The opening of the main square took place in 1763. Initially it was conceived as “Royal”, then it became “Revolution”. It received the name "Place de la Concorde" in 1795. and is now a symbol of the end of troubled times and the beginning of movement towards a more peaceful and beautiful future. Gone are the days when there was a guillotine on it and executions were carried out. The square has the shape of a regular octagon, in each corner of which there is a statue symbolizing one of the French cities (Brest, Bordeaux, Lyon, Lille, Marseille, Nantes, Rouen and Strasbourg). Another famous monument is the huge Egyptian obelisk located in the very center. On both sides of it there are two fountains, each 9 meters high. The "Fountain of the Seas" and the "Fountain of the Rivers" were decorated with statues of mythological characters and columns.
There are only two buildings on the square: the Crillon Hotel, a symbol of luxury and wealth, and the building of the country's Ministry of the Navy. Both buildings resemble palaces in appearance. This square is usually visited by all tourists, it is difficult not to notice it.
There are only two buildings on the square: the Crillon Hotel, a symbol of luxury and wealth, and the building of the country's Ministry of the Navy. Both buildings resemble palaces in appearance. This square is usually visited by all tourists, it is difficult not to notice it.
Translated automatically from Russian. View original
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