Le Louvre was built from the 12th century onwards. Little remains of the 12th century fortress (foundations can still be seen), and the fortress was remodeled…
Main facade on Le Louvre square. It was built under Louis XIV between 1668 and 1672 by a pool of architects (L. and F. Le Vau, F. d'Orbay, C. Perrault).
The central decorations were added by Napoleon (early 19th century).
During the June 2016 flood.
Rue de Rivoli, along the palace and the Tuileries garden.
Facade of the palace-museum (Seine river side).
Facade of the palace-museum (rue de Rivoli side).
Facade of the palace-museum (left - rue de Rivoli side).
Facade of the palace-museum (rue de Rivoli side).
Infante garden between the museum and the Seine river.