Place de la Concorde

square in Paris
#18 in Paris / #22 in France
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by Jorge Royan
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Place de la Concorde is one of the major public squares in Paris, France, located at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées. It is renowned for its grand scale and historical significance. The square features the iconic Luxor Obelisk, a 3,300-year-old Egyptian obelisk that was gifted to France in the 19th century. Flanking the square are two magnificent fountains, the Fountain of River Commerce and Navigation and the Fountain of the Seas. The square has a rich history, having been the site of numerous significant events, including the execution of King Louis XVI during the French Revolution.


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