La Pyramide Inversée

The inverted glass pyramid extends downward from the ceiling of the Carrousel du Louvre shopping center, supported by a 30-ton steel frame structure.

The underground structure, completed in 1993 as part of the Louvre renovation project, was designed by architect I.M. Pei to complement the main pyramid.

The inverted pyramid gained international recognition through its appearance in The Da Vinci Code, where it was presented as a symbolic architectural element.

Located at the intersection of two main walkways beneath Place du Carrousel, the structure guides visitors toward the museum entrance through the underground mall.

A small stone pyramid stands on the floor beneath the suspended glass structure, with only 1.4 meters separating their nearly touching points.

Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1993

Architects: I. M. Pei

Official opening: 1993

Part of: Carrousel du Louvre, Louvre Palace

GPS coordinates: 48.86142,2.33411

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37