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History
Dec 18, 2014Masterpieces of the Louvre (Besides the Mona Lisa)
The most popular museum in the world draws more than 9 million visitors a year, many of whom come to see the world famous Mona Lisa. Unfortunately, the uninitiated will be greeted by a tourist trap that rivals Disneyland, where large crowds and flashing cameras drown out the painting’s mysterious beauty. For a more enjoyable trip to the Louvre, check out these lesser-known masterpieces.
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Destination
Dec 3, 2014Tips for Visiting the Louvre
With more than 8 million visitors a year, the Musée du Louvre is the most popular museum in the world, housing around 70,000 pieces of art across 650,000 square feet of galleries. With so much to see, follow these tips to get the most out of the museum.