![The Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile (Triumphal Arch of the Star) is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. It stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle (originally named Place de l'Étoile), at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. It should not be confused with a smaller arch, the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, which stands west of the Louvre. The Arc de Triomphe honours those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and the Napoleonic Wars, with the names of all French victories and generals inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Beneath its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from World War I. The Arc de Triomphe is the linchpin of the Axe historique (historic axis) – a sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route which runs from the courtyard of the Louvre to the Grande Arche de la Défense. The monument was designed by Jean Chalgrin in 1806 and its iconographic program pits heroically nude French youths against bearded Germanic warriors in chain mail. It set the tone for public monuments with triumphant patriotic messages. The monument stands 50 metres in height, 45 m wide and 22 m deep. Its design was inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus. The Arc de Triomphe is built on such a large scale that, three weeks after the Paris victory parade in 1919 (marking the end of hostilities in World War I), Charles Godefroy flew his Nieuport biplane through it, with the event captured on newsreel. It was the tallest triumphal arch in existence until the completion of the Monumento a la Revolución in Mexico City in 1938, which is 67 metres high. The Arch of Triumph in Pyongyang, completed in 1982, is modelled on the Arc de Triomphe and is slightly taller at 60 m [Wikipedia.org]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6187899/ce730aaa-6e04-4cb2-ae2d-4e846d97c027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1920&ra=fit&ch=480)
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Le Méridien Paris Arc De Triomphe
Le Méridien Paris Arc De Triomphe











The Jangle Hotel - Paris - Charles de Gaulle - Airport
The Jangle Hotel - Paris - Charles de Gaulle - Airport







Van der Valk Hotel Paris CDG Airport
Van der Valk Hotel Paris CDG Airport



Holiday Inn Paris CDG Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Paris CDG Airport by IHG



InterContinental Chantilly Chateau Mont Royal by IHG
InterContinental Chantilly Chateau Mont Royal by IHG















Renaissance Paris Hippodrome De St. Cloud Hotel
Renaissance Paris Hippodrome De St. Cloud Hotel







Le Domaine des Vanneaux Golf & Spa L'Isle Adam - MGallery Collection
Le Domaine des Vanneaux Golf & Spa L'Isle Adam - MGallery Collection











Novotel Paris Porte De Versailles
Novotel Paris Porte De Versailles



Le Relais de La Malmaison, a member of Radisson Individuals
Le Relais de La Malmaison, a member of Radisson Individuals



Niepce Paris Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Niepce Paris Hotel, Curio Collection by HiltonTop landmarks in Paris

Palais des Congrès de Paris
Palais des Congrès de Paris is worth a pic or two when discovering 17th Arrondissement. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the museums, art galleries, and cathedral in the area.

Place de Clichy
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Place de Clichy— just one of the monuments in 17th Arrondissement. Our travelers also love the museums, cathedral, and art galleries in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Paris has lots of other important landmarks you might want to see such as Palais Garnier, Arc de Triomphe, and Notre-Dame.

Square des Batignolles
After visiting Square des Batignolles, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Paris. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Espace Champerret
Espace Champerret is worth a pic or two when discovering 17th Arrondissement. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the cathedral, art galleries, and museums in the area.
High Court of Paris
High Court of Paris is just one of the places to see in Paris, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Parc Clichy-Batignolles - Martin-Luther-King
After visiting Parc Clichy-Batignolles - Martin-Luther-King, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Paris. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.