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At the center of the Place de la Concorde
5307630 At the center of the Place de la Concorde; (add.info.: At the center of the Place de la Concorde. Paris is a giant Egyptian obelisk decorated with hieroglyphics exalting the reign of the pharaoh Ramses II. It is one of two the Egyptian government gave to the French in the 19th century. The obelisk once marked the entrance to the Luxor Temple. The self-declared Khedive of Egypt. Muhammad Ali Pasha. offered the 3.300-year-old Luxor Obelisk to France in 1829. It arrived in Paris on 21 December 1833. Three years later. on 25 October 1836. King Louis Philippe had it placed in the center of Place de la Concorde.
2016); Universal History Archive/UIG
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Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics Khedive Of Egypt Luxor Muhammad Ali Pasha Obelisk Pharaoh Place De La Concorde Ramses Ii
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This stunning print captures the majestic beauty of the Luxor Obelisk at the center of the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Standing tall and proud, this 3,300-year-old obelisk is adorned with intricate hieroglyphics that tell tales of the reign of the great pharaoh Ramses II.
Gifted to France by Muhammad Ali Pasha, the self-declared Khedive of Egypt, this ancient artifact once marked the entrance to Luxor Temple before finding its new home in Paris. The obelisk arrived in 1833 and was placed in its current location by King Louis Philippe three years later.
The Luxor Obelisk is not just a symbol of Egyptian history and culture but also a testament to the enduring friendship between Egypt and France. Its presence in one of Paris' most iconic squares adds an air of mystery and grandeur to the bustling cityscape.
As you gaze upon this photo print, you can almost feel yourself transported back in time to ancient Egypt, where pharaohs ruled with power and grace. The detailed carvings on the obelisk are a reminder of a civilization long gone but never forgotten.
Let this image serve as a window into history, inviting you to marvel at the wonders of both ancient Egypt and modern-day Paris.
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