10The Obelisk of Luxor

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Place de la Concorde is one of the largest public square located in Paris, France. It played a major role in the history of the people, especially during the French Revolution of 1789, where the people overthrew the monarchy and established a republic. Here are 10 interesting facts you should know about this wonderful place. The Obelisk of Luxor is the oldest monument in the whole of Paris and was made in more than 3,300 years ago. In 1831, Mohammed Ali Pasha, the Viceroy of Egypt sent it as a gift to Louis Phillip, and it wasn’t an easy task to get it delivered. Click the next ARROW to see the next photo!

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