Louvre Pyramid

The Louvre was not founded as a museum, and the road to attaining today’s program expanded across six centuries of monarchies, wars, treaties, and revolution. Dating far back to the 12th century as a fortress for King Phillip II, the Louvre laid foundations with protective walls, and underground crypts to function not as a gallery for the public, but rather a stronghold for the private. As the decades turned, the old Louvre acclimated to the needs of the monarchies

the triangular frameworks transferring the weight of the building onto these five columns. It is covered with glass curtain walls, and it’s unique appearance means that it remains one of Hong Kong’s most distinguishable buildings. However, like the Louvre it has caused quite a large amount of controversy, as it is the only major building in Hong Kong that bypassed the

with its own special treasures and unique pieces of art. The Louvre is the most famous of them all. The story of its creation coupled with its architecture, art work, and beautiful outdoor grounds – including the recently added Great Pyramid the sits in front of the grand museum - sets the Louvre apart from other museums across the world. The Louvre was not always a museum. With its construction beginning in the 12th century, the Louvre started was a fortress and grand palace with architecture in

museums and the Eiffel Tower. On the tour, we also passed under the famous bridges in Paris. Two of the buildings I remember viewing were the Louvre, and Norte Dame. From the boat, I could also see the Louvre pyramid which sits in the courtyard of the Louvre Palace. The Louvre Pyramid is a large glass and metal pyramid, surrounded by three smaller pyramids. The

The Musee de Louvre was the place I was most excited about when coming to France, and I have to say that I was not disappointed with it in the slightest. The one thing that I do regret coming into this was not knowing the background and history of the Louvre and a majority of its works. After doing some research, I came across the history and mission of The Musee de Louvre and I was fascinated with what I read: from knowing that The Louvre was originally created as a fortress to finding out how hard

The Norton Anthology World Literature. Volume A.​  Ed. Martin Puchner.  New York: W.W. Norton & Company, 2012. 60­76. Print.                                      Essay Question B. There are many aspects of the ancient and modern pyramids. What can we  learn from them?  Past, Present and the Future of the Pyramids           The pyramids, as the symbols of the most powerest and richest civilization in the ancient  world, are described both in the tale of Sinuhe and

of the greatest canvas and architectural paintings known in the world today. Most of these paintings from these artist, can be found in our next location, The Louvre, in Paris, France. The Louvre, was built in 1190, as a fortress to the Empire of France. The LeMusee du Louvre, is located along the banks of the Seine River, in Paris. The Louvre, was reconstructed after it’s time as a fortress, to serve as a royal palace. Its expansion continued over the years, covering a total area of now 652, 300 square

hair around as I stood in front of the newspaper machine. I was just about to insert a shiny quarter when she heard someone yell at her. “Nicole! Guess what,” my friend Melodie screamed from across the street, “Someone stole a painting at the Louvre. Come here it’s in the paper.” She hurriedly gestured for me to cross the street. I sighed disappointedly as I trudged across the street, pulling my furry coat around myself tighter. I glared at my slightly short friend; her short light brown hair

Queen Hippolyta of Themescyra) is an Art Historian and so it is shown in the smashing movie with Gal Gadot in the leading role. Since the beginning of this 2017 film, we see who this superheroine works at one of the top art museums in the world: The Louvre (Paris). She has an office in the main building and is surrounded by ancient artifacts which remind us of the ancient gods (her relatives). After all, Diana is the

City of Love! What am I thinking? A country girl in a city known for its fashion, food, and culture. I have officially lost my mind. Oh well, this is my one chance to dress up and feel like I fit in, because nobody here knows me. Entering into the Louvre entrance, I can’t help but feel in awe of the museum. Walking up to the counter, I smile politely, because momma always taught me to be to be polite, and I happily received my museum pass. I quickly catch up to my group, out of breathe only because