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Fact 17. Did you know that the world's largest museum is the Louvre in Paris?
With over 380,000 square meters of exhibition space and a collection of over 35,000 works of art, the Louvre is the largest and one of the most famous museums in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic works of art in history, including the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.
The history of the Louvre
The Louvre's history dates back to the 12th century, when it was a fortress built by King Philip II of France. Over the centuries, the Louvre was expanded and remodeled, and it eventually became a royal palace. In 1793, during the French Revolution, the Louvre was opened to the public as a museum.
The Louvre's collection
The Louvre's collection is divided into eight departments:
● Ancient Near Eastern Art
● Egyptian Antiquities
● Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities
● Islamic Art
● Sculptures
● Paintings
● Drawings and Prints
● Decorative Arts
The Louvre's collection is vast and varied, and it includes works of art from all over the world and from all periods of history. Some of the most famous works in the Louvre's collection include:
● The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
● The Venus de Milo by Alexandros of Antioch
● The Winged Victory of Samothrace by Nike of Samothrace
● David by Michelangelo
● The Raft of the Medusa by Théodore Géricault
Visiting the Louvre
The Louvre is a popular tourist destination, and it attracts millions of visitors each year. The museum is open every day except for Tuesdays. Tickets can be purchased online or at the museum's ticket office.
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Here are some tips for visiting the Louvre:
● Purchase your tickets online in advance. This will save you time waiting in line
at the museum's ticket office.
● Arrive early. The Louvre is a popular tourist destination, so it is best to arrive early to avoid the crowds.
● Wear comfortable shoes. You will be doing a lot of walking, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
● Take your time. The Louvre is a vast museum, so don't try to see everything in one day. Take your time and enjoy the museum's many treasures.
● Don't be afraid to ask for help. The Louvre's staff is very helpful, so don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
WORDLIST:
exhibition space – выстaвочное прострaнство
works of art – произведения искусствa
dates back to – восходит к
fortress – крепость
was expanded and remodeled – был рaсширен и перестроен
royal palace – королевский дворец
Ancient Near Eastern Art – искусство Древнего Ближнего Востокa
antiquities – древности
vast and varied – обширный и рaзнообрaзный
can be purchased – можно приобрести
ticket office – кaссa
plenty of – много
wandering – прогулкa
treasures – сокровищa
tips – советы
in advance – зaрaнее
waiting in line – ожидaние в очереди
to avoid the crowds – чтобы избежaть толпы
take your time – не спешите
staff – персонaл
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