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Museum housing numerous pieces from Egypt, representing all the Muslim dynasties in Egypt.
It's what many consider to be the most beautiful museum in the world. The origins of the Louvre date back to the 12th century, when Philippe Auguste decided to build a stronghold there, and the idea of opening a museum there was not born until the French Revolution. At the end of the 20th century, under the presidency of François Mitterrand, architect Pei built a glass pyramid in the courtyard of the Carrousel. A symbol of the museum, the glass pyramid was widely criticized at the time of its opening, but is now widely accepted as the entrance to the museum. Eight major departments, spread over three wings - Richelieu, Denon and Sully - serve as reference points: Oriental, Egyptian, Greek, Etruscan and Roman antiquities, Islamic art, sculptures, objets d'art, paintings and graphic arts. Thousands of pieces are on display in these venerable buildings: only 7,500 for paintings, including the famous Mona Lisa. At the same time, numerous temporary exhibitions are organized here: the 13th-century artist Cimabue, "Les Figures du Fou" from the Middle Ages to the Romantics, and masterpieces from the Torlonia collection are just some of the events to be discovered. From the museum, take the time to admire the incredible view as far as the Arc de Triomphe and, beyond, La Défense. If you'd like to visit the whole museum in one go, we advise you to plan a full-day visit and - especially at peak times - to buy your tickets in advance. A totally unique experience.
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Open daily from 9am to 6pm except Tuesdays. Open on public holidays except January 1, May 1 and December 25. Admission (permanent collections + temporary exhibitions): €22. It is advisable to book tickets online. Best time to visit: opening in the morning. Program of exhibitions and activities on the museum website. Catering. Bookshops and boutiques. Checkroom and lockers. Loan of equipment. Free Wifi. Parking facilities. Guide map available in 7 languages. Audioguide available in 9 languages.
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Attention à la foule devant les oeuvres magistrale, comme la joconde.