What does the Arc de Triomphe mean?

The moral of the Arc de Triomphe is to commemorate the victory of 1805 over the Russian-Austrian Coalition forces.

To commemorate 1805' s victory over the Russian-Austrian coalition, Napoleon ordered the construction of "a great sculpture" in 1806 to welcome the victorious French soldiers in the future.

On August 15 of the same year, according to the design of the famous architect Jean Chagren, ground was broken, but after Napoleon was overthrown, the Arc de Triomphe project fell by the wayside.

1830 After the Bourbon Dynasty was overthrown, the project continued. After 30 years on and off, the Arc de Triomphe was finally completed on July 29th. 1836.

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There is an elevator in the Arc de Triomphe, which can go directly to the 50-meter-high arch. People can also climb stairs along the 273-step spiral stone ladder. There is a small history museum above.

The museum displays pictures and historical documents about the history of the Arc de Triomphe, as well as pictures of Napoleon's life. In addition, there are two film screening rooms, which show some information films reflecting the historical changes of Paris and explain them in English and French.

You can also climb the platform at the top of the museum, from which you can have a panoramic view of Paris, enjoy the bustling scene of the Champs Elysé es, the heroic posture of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame de Paris and the Sacred Heart Church on the Seine.

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