Porte de Paris
This triumphal arch celebrating the Sun King's conquest of Lille is a masterpiece of military architecture.

πŸ“œ Historic triumphal arch in Lille, France.
πŸ” Built between 1685 and 1692 by Simon Vollant, celebrating Louis XIV's conquest of Lille.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Admire a masterpiece of military architecture πŸ‘‘ Learn about King Louis XIV's victory and see baroque figures of angels, Mars, Hercules, and Victory πŸ“ Stands as a preserved historic monument in Place Simon Vollant

Tips

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Explore nearby Boulevard Denis Papin (shortest in France) and Passage des 3 anguilles (narrowest street).

Hours

πŸ•’ Open all year.

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