Take a good look around! It pays off... even in the evening. on the beautiful obelisk is a whole explanation with drawings, almost ancient Egyptian style, about the transport of the obelisk, in a specially built ship, and the way the column is put upright. It says that this was done "under the thunderous cheers of an immense crowd". Very special! The fountains and the two beautiful "horses of Marly", now copies, are worth a look. And then the beautiful new museum at the Hôtel de la Marine and maybe coffee at the chic and beautiful hotel de Crillon? Do it!

The Place de la Concorde was a quiet but still very impressive stop in the middle of Paris. The space itself is huge and looks particularly impressive due to the wide, open area. Surrounded by magnificent buildings and elegant streets, it has a special charisma. The Obelisk of Luxor in particular immediately attracts attention – with its 3,000 years of history, it looks almost like a relic from another time. The size and age of this monument, originally from Egypt, give the square a certain majestic atmosphere. The surroundings of the square are also remarkable: Around the obelisk you can enjoy the view of the Champs-Élysées and imagine how this central point plays an important role in the historic cityscape of Paris. Although the traffic on the surrounding streets is quite lively, the square itself has a quiet and almost solemn atmosphere. What struck us in particular was the spaciousness of the square and the combination of classical architecture and historical monuments. The Place de la Concorde is not only an important hub in Paris, but also a place that leaves a lasting impression with its history and symbolic significance. Even without lingering long, it was an interesting experience to stay here and soak up the atmosphere.

Back in Luxor during my last visit, the tour guide mentioned that only the left obelisk of the Luxor Temple remained in Egypt. The reason was that the right obelisk was gifted to France by Egypt. I'm glad that France is taking care of the obelisk well, and it even made it the centrepiece of the public square. Unfortunately during my visit, there is no clear view due to construction at the Olympics. Might need to re-rate it at a future visit after the Olympics.

The central square of Paris, which lies between the Parc des Tuileries and the Champs-Elysees. In ancient times, a guillotine was installed in this square where executions took place. In the corners of the square are sculptures symbolizing eight different cities in France.

Visited the south Paris arena to watch volleyball during the Olympics. The arena was ok, easy to navigate and plenty of seat room. The game was good and we had a great time. The arena is a 10-15 minute walk from the metro, so make sure you have enough time.

Place de la Concorde is one of the largest and most beautiful in Paris. It offers an exceptional panorama mixing history and elegance with the 3,000-year-old obelisk of Luxor. Square surrounded by majestic fountains and superb golden lampposts. Around the square, you can admire emblematic monuments such as the National Assembly, the Tuileries Gardens, and even a direct view of the Eiffel Tower. An essential place to discover the architecture and charm of Paris.