Square & Landmark
Place de la Concorde
📍 Place de la Concorde, Paris, France
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Introduction
Place de la Concorde is Paris's largest and most famous square. Built in the 18th century, it features a 3,300-year-old Egyptian obelisk (from Luxor Temple), grand fountains and connections to the Champs-Élysées and Tuileries. Egyptian obelisk — ~23 m tall, from Luxor Temple. Two grand fountains. Surrounded by 18th-century buildings. Links Champs-Élysées to Tuileries.
✨ Highlights
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Egyptian obelisk
3,300-year-old obelisk from Luxor Temple.
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Fountains
Grand River and Sea fountains.
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Free
Free to visit.
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French Revolution
Site of guillotine executions during the Revolution.
🛈 Practical Info
→Free:Free.
→Photo:Obelisk and fountains are classic photo spots.
→Combine:Pair with Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Tuileries.
→Sunset:Stunning colors at sunset.
→Access:Metro Concorde station.
💡 Tips
• Free; obelisk and fountains are classic photos.
• Pair with Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.
• Information is on-site.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Place de la Concorde?
Free; obelisk and fountains are classic photos. Pair with Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe.
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