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The Louvre Museum in Paris, France, was originally built as a fortress in 1190, making it older than many countries!
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Facts About Louvre Museum (France) For Kids
The Louvre Museum started as a castle to protect Paris, and its underground walls from this medieval fortress can still be seen today!
Before becoming a museum, the Louvre was home to French kings and queens for over 300 years — imagine living in a museum!
The Louvre Museum officially opened its doors to the public on August 10, 1793, during the French Revolution, when it showed just 537 paintings!
