The Louvre is located on the bank of the Seine River, Paris, France. Originally constructed as the fortress of Philippe Auguste in 1190, Charles V oversaw the first modernisation process (r. 1364-1380) which resulted in what was to be the beginnings of one of the largest palace complexes in the world.
The Grande Gallerie, Louvre
Many additions and renovations were carried out over the next three centuries until Louis XIV, in 1674, put an end to construction at the Louvre and made Versailles the official residence of the French monarch. As Versailles remained thus until the Revolution, the Louvre ceased to symbolise the French monarchy. Created by Nathan Gandee #France #Louvre #Paris #pyrimid
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