The Louvre Beneath A Parisian Sunset © Phone Case

This is an image of the Louvre, taken from across the Seine around sunset time. The Louvre is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. It is housed in the expansive Louvre Palace, situated in the heart of Paris. The Louvre, originally a royal palace but now the world's most famous museum, is a must-visit for anyone with a slight interest in art. The collection of the Louvre Museum was first established in the sixteenth century as the private collection of King Francis I. One of the works of art he purchased was the now famous Mona Lisa painting. The collection grew steadily over the years, thanks to donations and purchases by various kings. In 1793, during the French Revolution, the Louvre became a national art mus...