The Arc de Triomphe is a monument located in Paris, France. It was built to honor those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars.
The decision to build the Arc de Triomphe was made by the French government in 1806, after the victory at the Battle of Austerlitz. The arc was designed by the architect Jean Chalgrin, and construction began in 1806. However, work on the arc was halted in 1814 when the French were defeated by the Allied forces.
Construction of the Arc de Triomphe did not resume until 1833. It was finally completed in 1836, and was inaugurated by King Louis-Philippe.
The Arc de Triomphe is located on the Place Charles de Gaulle, formerly known as the Place de l'Étoile. The arc is 50 meters (164 feet) high, and 45 meters (148 feet) wide. It is decorated with sculptures and bas-reliefs that depict scenes from French military history.
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic monuments in Paris. It is a popular tourist destination, and is also used as a venue for important national events, such as the annual Bastille Day parade.
