Richly ornamented entrance gate of the Jardin des Tuileries

The richly decorated passageway at the entrance to the Jardin des Tuileries showcases the refined architecture so characteristic of the Louvre's surroundings. The coffered ceiling, classical reliefs, and elegant natural stone arches combine to form an impressive whole. Sunlight streams through the gate onto the park, where visitors enjoy a stroll through one of Paris's most famous gardens.