The Magnificent LOUVRE MUSEUM đź”´ Paris Walking Tour in 4K
Louvre Museum is one of the largest museums in the world, located in the centre of Paris, in the 1st district. Nearly 35,000 objects from prehistory to the 21st century are exhibited over an area of ​​60,600 m².
With more than 8 million visitors each year, it is the most visited museum in the world. The museum is located in the Louvre Palace, once a fortress built in the late 12th century under Philip II. The remains of the fortress are visible in the basement of the museum.
The building was extended many times to form the present Louvre Palace. In 1682, Louis XIV chose the Palace of Versailles as his house, leaving the Louvre as a place to display the royal collection. In 1692, the building was occupied by the Académie
Des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres and the AcadĂ©mie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture. The AcadĂ©mie remained at the Louvre for 100 years. During the French Revolution, the National Assembly decreed that the Louvre should be used as a museum, to display the nation’s masterpieces. The museum opened
10 August 1793 with an exhibition of 537 paintings. Due to structural problems, the museum was closed in 1796 until 1801. The museum collection increased under Napoleon, it was renamed the Napoleon Museum. After the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo, many works seized by his armies were returned to their original owners.
The collection was further increased during the reigns of Louis XVIII and Charles X. During the Second French Empire, the museum gained 20,000 pieces. In 2008, the collection was divided into eight departments: Egyptian Antiquities, Oriental Antiquities, Greek Antiquities, Etruscan and Roman, Islamic art, sculpture, decorative arts, paintings, prints and drawings.
The Louvre and its contents are worth at least $45.5 billion According to French historian Patrice de Moncan, “The Louvre, minus its contents, is worth a staggering $10.5 billion,” and its artworks and objects “have a likely MINIMUM value of $35 billion.” To put this into perspective, it would take someone
With a $10 million annual salary 4,550 years to accumulate this wealth. No wonder there is so much security there! It would take 100 days to see all of the art in the Louvre
It is literally impossible to see the entirety of the Louvre in just one visit. In fact, if you were to spend just 30 seconds on each piece of art, it would take 100 days to see them all! This does not even take sleeping, eating,
Or using the bathroom into account. So, make sure to arrive when the doors open and plan to spend the day here to see so much more than just the Mona Lisa. 66% of the paintings in the Louvre were created by French artists
Today, nearly 7,500 paintings are hanging in the eight departments of the Louvre and more than 66% were made by French locals. This is something that French people take great pride in, and rightfully so.
Some of the most famous French paintings to see include The Raft of the Medusa, Liberty Leading the People and The Coronation of Napoleon. The Louvre was not always used as a museum In 1190, the Louvre was a grand fortress that would help prevent invasions from the north.
In the 16th century, it became a royal palace. Francis I replaced certain parts of the medieval stronghold with classical antiquity and Italian Renaissance architecture. It was not until 1793, after the French Revolution, that the Louvre finally opened as a museum. 15,000 people visit the Louvre every day
The Louvre is so big that you wouldn’t even notice, but when you visit it you will be sharing the experience with 15,000 other people. In 2018, the Louvre welcomed 10.2 million visitors, 3.5 million more than the Vatican Museums, the second-largest museum in Europe. 70% of these visitors are foreign tourists,
Making it not only the biggest museum in the world but also the most popular. The main glass pyramid in the courtyard is 21 meters tall The beautiful and iconic pyramid that you can use as the main entrance to the Louvre is actually quite modern.
In 1983 the museum needed a new entrance for an increasing number of visitors. Chinese-American artist I.M. Pei won the project with his design for a 21-meter-tall glass and metal pyramid. Some think the Louvre is haunted
Considering the Louvre is over 800 years old, it’s not surprising that many think it is haunted. There are three famous, but harmless spirits inhabiting the museum. Firstly, is the mummy Belphegor who is sometimes seen wandering the halls.
Outside the museum, people see a nameless woman roaming the garden, dressed in red. Finally, there is the butcher “Jack the Skinner” who was wronged by the royals who once lived here.
Join us on an enchanting journey through the heart of Paris as we embark on a captivating walking tour of the iconic Louvre Museum. With this immersive 4K experience, immerse yourself in the grandeur of one of the world’s most renowned cultural institutions.
As we stroll through the charming streets of Paris, we approach the majestic Louvre Pyramid, a modern architectural marvel contrasting beautifully with the historic façade of the museum. Step inside and be transported into a realm of artistic wonders, where centuries of history and creativity converge.
Join us as we unravel the mysteries and marvels of the Louvre Museum, a timeless beacon of art and culture nestled in the heart of Paris. So, grab your virtual passport and embark on this unforgettable journey with us.
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