Luxor Obelisk

A magnificent monument brought over in the 1830s and dates to around 1250BC, and Ramesses II. A must see if in Paris.

The Luxor Obelisk is an ancient Egyptian obelisk located in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France. It is one of the most prominent features of the square and serves as a historic and architectural landmark.

The obelisk was originally erected in Luxor, Egypt, during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II around 3,300 years ago. It was one of a pair, with the other obelisk still standing in Luxor. In the early 19th century, the ruler of Egypt, Muhammad Ali Pasha, decided to offer one of the obelisks to France as a gift.

In 1831, the Luxor Obelisk was transported to Paris and reassembled in the Place de la Concorde. It stands at a height of approximately 23 meters (75 feet) and is made of pink granite. The obelisk is adorned with hieroglyphics and inscriptions, which depict the glory and achievements of Pharaoh Ramses II.

The Luxor Obelisk has witnessed many significant events throughout its history. It survived the French Revolution and the removal of other statues and symbols associated with the monarchy. It was also a witness to various political demonstrations and gatherings in the square.

Today, the Luxor Obelisk is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of Parisian grandeur. It stands as a testament to the historical and cultural ties between France and Egypt. Visitors can admire its impressive size, intricate carvings, and learn about its fascinating journey from ancient Egypt to its current location in the heart of Paris.

The Luxor Obelisk in Paris is part of a pair of Ancient Egyptian pillars. They were carved and stood on either side of the entrance of the Luxor Temple in the reign of Ramesses II.One of the Pillars can still be found in Egypt, while the other one is in Paris at Place de la Concorde.This Obelisk is 23 metres tall, 250 tons and was named as a national monument in 1936.It arrived in France in 1833 and in October of the same year, it was established in the presence of King Louis Phillipe I.It is made of yellow granite with hieroglyphs inscribed on it honouring the Pharaoh Ramesses II.

Луксо́рский обели́ск (фр. obélisque de Louxor) — стоя́щий в центре парижской площади Согласия во Франции древнеегипетский обелиск высотой 23 метра. Созданный при Рамзесе II, изначально он располагался у входа в Луксорский храм в Египте, но в начале 1830-х гг вице-король Мухаммед Али подарил его Франции.

ДостопримечательностьЛуксорский обелискангл. Obélisque de Louxor48°51′55″ с. ш. 2°19′16″ в. д.HGЯOСтрана

 Франция[1]

МестоположениеVIII округ Парижа[1]Дата основания1290 до н. э.Высота23 ± 1 мМатериалкамень Медиафайлы на Викискладе



Вход в Луксорский храм; на первом плане пустое место, где стоял правый обелиск, вывезенный во Францию

Луксорский обелиск является самым древним (по времени создания самого объекта, а не его установки в Париже) монументом французской столицы. Вес объекта равняется 220 тоннам

The Luxor Obelisks are a pair of ancient Egyptian obelisks, over 3,000 years old, carved to stand either side of the portal of the Luxor Temple in the reign of Ramesses II (c. 1250 BC). The right-hand (western) stone, 23 metres (75 ft) high, was moved in the 1830s to the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France, while the left-hand (eastern) obelisk remains in its location in Egypt.

Nice Central point and historical monument,,, must visit place.

Nice area, nice little bit of history to look at. We started a trip here which again was located in a nice area and then it followed on to Champs-elysees and then to the Arc de Triomphe