My husband infront of the Arc de Triomphe, a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle, also known as the "Place de l'Étoile".
The triumphal arch honors those who fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars.
On the inside and the top of the arc there are all of the names of generals and wars fought. Underneath is the tomb of the unknown soldier from World War I.
The monument stands 80.5 m (264 ft) in height, 45 m (150 ft) wide and 22 m (72 ft) deep. The Arc has one lift (elevator), to the level underneath the exterior observation level. Visitors can either climb 284 steps to reach the top of the Arc or take the lift and walk up 46 steps. From the top there is a panoramic view of Paris, of the twelve major avenues leading to the Place de l'Étoile and of the exceptionally busy roundabout in which the Arc stands.
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