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At the center of the Place de la Concorde
5307621 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
Media ID 38437108
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
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 ancient Egyptian obelisk is adorned with intricate hieroglyphics that tell tales of the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II. Gifted to France by Muhammad Ali Pasha, the self-declared Khedive of Egypt, this 3,300-year-old monument holds a rich history within its stone walls.
Originally marking the entrance to Luxor Temple in Egypt, this obelisk now stands as a symbol of cultural exchange between nations. Arriving in Paris in 1833 and placed in its current location three years later by King Louis Philippe, it has become an iconic landmark in the heart of the city.
As you gaze upon this image, you can almost feel the weight of history that surrounds this ancient artifact. The blend of Egyptian heritage and French architecture creates a unique juxtaposition that is both awe-inspiring and thought-provoking. Let yourself be transported back in time to an era where pharaohs ruled and monuments stood as testaments to their power.
This print is not just a piece of art; it is a window into another world—a world where civilizations clashed and merged to create something truly extraordinary.
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