Champs Élysées, Paris, France
The most famous avenue in Paris is almost 2 km long stretching from the Place de la Concorde to the Place d'Etoile (or Place Charles de Gaulle since 1970), where the Arc de Triomphe is located. Its name comes from the Greek Elysian Fields, the mythical resting place of Greek Gods and other blessed figures.
Champs Elyseés originated in the first half of the 17th century when a row of trees was planted as an extension to the Tuileries Garden. However, it was only in 1724 that the avenue was extended to its current dimensions. In the mid-1800s, the avenue was remodelled within a greater plan to modernise Paris.
Today it's one of the most commercial places in Paris, with shops of well-known brands on both sides, cafes, restaurants and theatres. In the lower part of the avenue, close to the Place de la Concorde, is the Jardin des Champs Elysées where the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais and the Theatre Marigny are located. The avenue is also the finishing point of the Tour de France and the venue of the Bastille Day military parade.
How to go: Several metro stations take you to the avenue, namely, Charles de Gaulle Etoile, George V, Franklin Roosevelt, Champs Elysées Clemenceau, Concorde.
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