France - Paris day 06 - Arc de Triomphe

 The Arc de Triomphe (de l'Étoile) was designed in 1806, after Napoleon's victory at Austerlitz and completed in 1836.It is 50 meters in height.

 It is covered by statuary of heroic nude Frenchmen battling bearded and mustached Germans.

 On the inside arch it has battles France has participated in.

 After the long climb to the top (included in the museum pass plus you skip lines), it has spectacular 360 degree views. Try to go a half hour prior to sunset for the best transition views from light to dark.

 The Arch of Defense to the North West is seen here.

 Another famous landmark...what was its name?

 The eternal flame for the unknown soldier burns beneath it.

It looks quite nice at night.