One of Napoleon's stolen treasures from Egypt, this ancient tower sits in the middle of a traffic circle. Lots of noise and pollution, maybe not a suitable place for a piece of history?
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Obelisque de Louxor
#108 of 3,599 things to do in Paris
Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, France
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David S
Madrid, Spain
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The Obelisk of Luxor built around 3.000 years ago was originally located at the front of the Temple of Luxor. It was donated by Egypt and currently located at the "Place de la Concorde".
Date of experience: October 2018
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Robert H
Watsonville, California
797344
Be sure to get close to see all the inscriptions on it. I came upon this as I was walking to the Louvre. If you are into photography, be sure to include the Eiffel Tower in the background to make a nice composition- sort of looking towards the West. I used my 24-70mm lens for the shot. Depending how close you get, the wider angle lens you need. But, there is plenty of space to walk back if you do not have a wide angle lens.
Date of experience: September 2018
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DavidGHallett
Adelaide, Australia
1037572
Its worth a look but nothing mind blowing. But the view looking up the Champs E. is worthwhile.
Also the square around it is great on Bastille day!Great military processions
Date of experience: August 2018
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619jeffry
Essendon, Australia
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The Obelisk is in the centre of the Place de la Concorde. It is one of Napoleon's campaign trophies, from Egypt. It's very tall. The Obelisk is several thousand years old, it's worth a look. By the way 'concorde'. means that we are all getting on peacefully together, or some such. .
Date of experience: September 2018
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This is an impressive statue. I would recommend you to research the history of it so you would know why it is so special.
Date of experience: October 2017
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