France by DYLANGREG PARKS https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn French Culture en-us 2020-10-22 15:09:07 UTC 2020-10-22 21:20:16 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f1f2-1f1eb.png Disneyland Paris may not be a historical landmark but it is one of the most visited theme parks in France. The Disney company has incorporated many customs for the french culture such as more sit-down restaurants and french architecture. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853682782 2020-10-22 18:05:55 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853682782 The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 as an entrance into the World Fair. The Eiffel Tower is nicknamed the "Iron Lady." The tower is a monument that represents art, love, and life. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853691640 2020-10-22 18:07:55 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853691640 The Louvre Museum has over 15,000 visitors every day. The museum has over 380,000 pieces of art collections, but not all of them are displayed. The collection spans from the 6th century BC and the 19th century. The museum is one of the most expensive art galleries and was once used as a palace. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853714110 2020-10-22 18:12:52 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853714110 The Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris is a medieval Catholic church. This church is considered to be one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture. Notre- Dame took 12 years to construct, which can hold up to 9,000 people. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853860400 2020-10-22 18:47:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/853860400 The Palace of Versailles was once a hunting lodge until turned into a palace. As time passes the palace has had many styles. With 2,000 windows the palace symbolize absolute monarchy. Since King Lois XVI lost power the palace is now being used as a monument. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854100703 2020-10-22 19:59:29 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854100703 The Arc de Triomphe is 214 years old. This monument was built to honor those who died for France in the French Revolutionary and the Napoleonic Wars. The arc has all names generals French victories. Underneath the arc is a vault that holds the tomb of an unknown WW1 soldier. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854162423 2020-10-22 20:20:46 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854162423 Musée d'Orsay is another famous museum in France on the Left Bank of the Seine River. This museum mainly holds art from 1848- 1914. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854221074 2020-10-22 20:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854221074 Centre Pompidou's architecture is meant to symbolize the spirit of the 20th century. The Pompidou showcases modern and contemporary art in Europe. The building also houses a public library, Music Research Institute, and a bookshop. etc. dylangregparks https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854271393 2020-10-22 21:06:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dylangregparks/lax1j8j3gjvpa3vn/wish/854271393