The masterpieces of the Louvre
Corridors, halls and galleries filled with the works of great masters: the Louvre is one of the largest museums in the world. To see the entire collection would take you at least a week. However, most visitors come mainly for the three famous ladies: the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and the Nike of Samothrace.
Glass pyramids
Although the extensive collection is its greatest asset, many visitors also come to the Louvre to see its particular mix of modern and classic architecture. The glass pyramid in the courtyard was added to the classic palace in 1989. It marks the central foyer from which visitors can reach all wings of the museum. The great pyramid is flanked by 3 smaller ones. In the evenings, the buildings are reflected beautifully in the adjacent basins. The Louvre has become even more popular since it played an important role in Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code (published in 2003) and subsequent film.