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Louvre Museum
Louvre Museum, also known as Musée du The Louvre is a famous museum in Paris, France. It was a fortress that originated in the late 12th century, and now is the renowned museum where the painting of Mona Lisa is located.
386 Questions
How long is the grande galerie of the louvre?
In 1993, the Richelieu wing of the museum was unveiled making the Louvre the largest museum in the world with an exhibition area of nearly 645,800 square feet.
What are all of the paintings in the louvre?
Pictures in the Louvre include the Mona Lisa and fox and the crow and there are many statues as well including psyche revived by Cupid's kiss, Venus De Milo and the Tomb of Philippe Pot
How many smaller pyramids surround the Louvre?
666 tiles. I hate to sound like captain obvious but I'm sure the tiles number rings a bell!
How many glass panels make up the pyramid outside the Louvre in Paris?
673 Glass Panels www.facingthechallenge.org/louvre.php
well......
They used 2,300,000 limestone blocks to build it and the weighed about 2.5 tons each, so if you want to figure it out from there feel free. (:
thought id let you know i wish you luck.
i got the answer 57,500,000 im fairsure that its right but im not sure if that includes the the stone on top of the pyramid
k.kool.bye
What is name of glass pyramid in Louvre?
the name of the glass pyramid in louvre is called "The Glass Pyramid"
seriously.no joke.
What are some of the famous work of art in the Louvre?
The Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci
Liberty Leading the People by Eugene Dealcroix
The Coronation of Napoleon by Jacques Louis David
The Raft of the Medusa by Theodore Gericault
The Louvre sits on the bank of what river?
The Louvre is located in the middle of Paris, France. It sits on the northern bank of the Seine river.
The Louvre is popular because it houses so many renowned works of art. It is also a historical landmark, as it was built on the foundations of a French palace, also known as The Louvre. The Mona Lisa, which was painted by Leonardo Da Vinci, is just one of the masterpieces on display. Now, why the Mona Lisa is popular is a mystery.
Did the french dislike the louvre pyramid?
There was a hot debate about the Louvre pyramid back when it was built. Many people opposed it on political grounds (it was a vanity project of the then president, the Socialist Mitterand), some on the grounds that is was utterly expensive, others because they though it would disfigure the site of the Louvre palace. Probably nowadays there would be an outcry if another president planned to remove it.
What was the purpose of the louvre pyramid?
Although now the Louvre stands as a museum, it had many different uses. It was originally built to be a defense fortress in the 1200s. It was then turned into a country home, and later into a palace. In 1791 it was declared a museum.
It's the name of an important museum in Paris and a former royal palace.
What European city is home to the cathedral of notre dame the Eiffel tower and the louvre museum?
Eiffel Tower is considered as the Feautured Landmark of Paris. For additional information; The Eiffel Tower is constructed by Gustave Eiffel in January 26 1897 together with Stephen Suvastre. This tower was named before Gustave. Thus, its location is in paris.
What is the zip code for the Eiffel Tower in Paris France?
The Tower is in the 7th Arrondissement of Paris, so its 'code postal' is 75007
What is the louvre like today?
exhibiting art masterpieces from all over the world. Also was once used as "apartments" during Luis the 15th (?) era
How much does it cost to get into the Louvre?
According to their website, the cost in France's currency is as follows:
Tickets for the Permanent Collections
€9.5: full-day access to the Louvre, except temporary exhibitions in the Hall Napoléon also valid for the Musée Eugène Delacroix
€6: on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. access to the Louvre, except for temporary exhibitions in the Hall Napoléon
Tickets for the Exhibitions in the HallNapoléon
€11: temporary exhibitions in the Hall Napoléon.
Free admission to the museum on the first Sunday of every month does not include the exhibitions in the Hall Napoléon.
Combined Ticket
€14: access to the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions in both the Louvre and the Musée Eugène Delacroix.
€12: on Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. access to the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions in the Louvre
The different sections vary because when you enter there are several different halls you can enter to find different styles of art, so keep that in mind when you decide what you'd like to see while there.
And an insider tip as a student, if you are 18 or younger admission is free! Just show proof of age, a passport would be sufficient.
**Currency conversion rates would apply here as well, assuming you did have to travel to Paris and do not live in the European Union.
If you are still unsure, check out this page:
http://www.louvre.fr/llv/pratique/tarifs.jsp?bmLocale=en
Who is the artist of the candle paintings in the Louvre?
If you are asking about the ceiling, that would be Marc Chagall in 1964.
Is the Mona Lisa in the Louvre museum the original?
No, the 'Mona Lisa' is in the Louvre, Paris, France.
What is the name of the girl in a Louvre line up in Eurotrip?
i really wish i knew. she is smoking hot would love to get with her
