Place du Carrousel
place du Carrousel · 파리 1구
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:50
Welcome to a second exploration of the Plahss doo Kah-roo-zell. While our previous journey focused on the grand vistas and the historical monuments of the surface, this tour will delve into the complex as an architectural and…
Listen in the app2The Inverted Pyramid — A Skylight to the Underworld2:35
Beneath the surface of the square, but visible from the underground mall, is the 'La Pyramide Inversée' or the Inverted Pyramid. This is the mirror image of the large pyramid above, a suspended glass structure that points…
Listen in the app3The Medieval Louvre — Foundations of a Fortress2:30
To understand the Place du Carrousel, one must look at what preceded the palace. In the late twelfth century, King Philip II built A Mighty Fortress on this very spot. …
Listen in the app4The Axe Historique — The Visual Spine of Paris2:28
Standing in the center of the Place du Carrousel, if you look westward through the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, you are looking down the 'Axe Historique'—the historical axis of Paris. This is a monumental line of monuments,…
Listen in the app5The Carrousel du Louvre Mall — Commerce and Culture2:31
Directly beneath the square is the Carrousel du Louvre, an underground shopping mall and entrance hall. While it might seem surprising to find an 'IKEA' or an Apple Store in the middle of a historic royal palace complex, this was…
Listen in the app6The Portes and Entrances — Navigating the Mega Monument2:42
Navigating the world's largest museum requires a bit of 'homework,' as experienced travelers suggest. There are several ways to enter the Louvre, each offering a different experience. …
Listen in the app7The Courtyard Vistas — From Palace to Public Square2:38
The Cour Napoléon, which the Place du Carrousel borders, is the most recognizable courtyard in the world. This is the stage upon which the glass pyramid sits, framed by the arms of the Louvre palace. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:36
As we conclude our technical and historical overview of the Plahss doo Kah-roo-zell, we are left with a profound sense of the 'savoir-faire' that built and maintains this site. This square is much more than a gap between…
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What is Place du Carrousel?
Place du Carrousel is a place in 파리 1구 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 파리 1구 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 19 min 50 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.8614, 2.3341 |
| Last updated |
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