Cour Carrée, Courtyard in France
The Cour Carrée is a central piece of the Louvre Palace's complex.
The Cour Carrée was initially part of a medieval fortress built by King Philip II.
The Cour Carrée showcases the evolution of French architecture from the 14th to the 17th century.
Located within the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the Cour Carrée is open to visitors year-round.
The Cour Carrée serves as an emblem of the Louvre's privacy and magnificence.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
Length: 160 m
Width: 160 m
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The Cour Carrée is a central piece of the Louvre Palace's complex.
The Medieval Louvre exhibits the fortress that once protected Paris and the elements recovered during excavations.
The Fontainebleau Nymph is an intricate relief sculpture.
