Les Invalides in Paris

Louis the 14th, the king who built the Palace of Versailles, staged many wars in Europe.

In 1670, he decided to build Les Invalides, a Paris military hospital, to take care of wounded soldiers.

With their large church  topped by a golden dome and 13 hectares building, Les Invalides are a masterpiece of French classical architecture.

Look for the Musee de l'Armee (Army museum) and its large collection of Middle Ages armours.

Varenne on line 13 is the nearest metro station.

Les Invalides can be reached from the Champs-Elysees by crossing the Alexandre III bridge and walking across the esplanade des Invalides.

This is one of the nicest walks in Paris.

Les Invalides are open from 10am to 5pm, 6pm from April to September. Telephone 33 (0)810 11 33 99. Practical information and admission fees.

You can discover Les Invalides on a guided tour.

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