Place de la Révolution (now Place de la Concorde)

Place de la Révolution, now called Place de la Concorde, is a historic square in Paris. It features an obelisk from Egypt and numerous fountains and statues. During the French Revolution, it was known for public executions, including King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette. Today, it is a major public space and traffic hub, symbolizing both France's revolutionary history and its history of monarchy. The square’s redesign and renaming reflect France’s shift from monarchy to republic, making it an important site of historical remembrance and civic life.