Day 1 Paris – 1st Arrondissement (Part 2 of 4): Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Musée du Louvre December 2nd 2013 Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
Leaving Jardin des Tuileries I came to the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel in the middle of the path. It looks like the other Arc de Triomphe on the Champs Élysées, but smaller. I loved the stone carvings on the Arch.
The Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel was built between 1806 and 1808. The arch ... read more
Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more
It's 2016 and this blog is so out of date! I've had many amazing trips since I started this blog over 5 years ago, that I need to spend some time updating it.
I live in Sydney Australia, so there will also be some day trip information from home.... full info