The Louvre is one of the largest museums in the world and, of course, the most visited museum in the world, is a landmark Parisian institution and the main attraction of the city. With over 35,000 items and artifacts from prehistory to the 19th century, they are all located in the former Louvre Palace (fortress built at the end of the 12th century), and there is no better place for walking in time from your nearby Parisian boutique hotel . Located on the right bank of the River Seine, it is close to all the amenities of Paris and is ideal for historical exploration and discovery.
The history of the Louvre
Originally built as a fortress by Philip II in the 12th century, there is a debate about where the name “Louvre” originates from. Some believe that this refers to a “Louvre” or “masterpiece”, while others believe that the name refers to its location in the forest (“the rouvre” & oak). Fortunately for those staying at a boutique hotel in Paris, its central location is definitely not in a remote forest. The palace was alternately visited in the Middle Ages, and in 1546 Francis I renovated the building in the French Renaissance style, and also acquired parts that would make the core of the Louvre, including Leonardo da Famous painting by Vinci, Mona Lisa. After Louis XIV chose Versailles as its main residence in 1682, the Louvre was allowed to use artworks as a type of royal museum.
Museum opens
During the French Revolution, it was announced that the Louvre would be transformed into a museum uniting the monuments of all the sciences and arts. In 1792, Louis XVI was hospitalized, and the royal collection in the Louvre became public property; and in 1793 the museum opened its doors to the public. The early days were reportedly hector: the artists lived in the residence, and unmarked paintings hung packed from floor to ceiling. Fortunately for the modern day tourist, staying today at a boutique hotel in Paris, the Louvre has become a well-ordered modern museum.
Modern Louvre
Containing sculptures, works of art, paintings, drawings and archaeological finds, the Louvre estimates 15,000 visitors per day, 65% of whom are tourists. A stay at a nearby boutique hotel in Paris is a great option for those planning several visits to the Louvre. The number of visitors has increased since the famous appearance of the Louvre in the novel and the film “The Da Vinci Code”; The museum allowed filmmakers to work onsite in their galleries for authenticity.
