Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe is a monumental monument in Paris, France, standing at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. Built between 1806 and 1836, it honors those who fought and died for France, especially soldiers of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. The arch is decorated with sculptures and engravings depicting battles and national victories. Visitors can climb to a viewing platform on top for a panoramic view of the city. Symbolically, it serves as a central point of Paris and a site for national ceremonies, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, reflecting France’s history and patriotism.