Napoleon's Parisian Monument One of the most remarkable landmarks in Paris is the colossal Arc de Triomphe. This great stone arch rises 50 metres (164 feet) at the western end of the city’s famous boulevard, the Avenue des Champs Elysées (Elysian Fields). Construction on the arch began in 1806 and was finally completed 30 years later. Built by Napoleon to celebrate his military successes, it is inscribed with the names of 386 of his generals and 96 of his victories. After World War I (1914–1918), France buried its unknown soldier beneath the arch to represent the nation's war casualties.     Eiffel Tower: Symbol of Paris Reaching to a height of 320 metres (1,050 feet), the grand iron latticework of the Eiffel Tower has become synonymous with the city of Paris. This landmark tower, designed by the engineer Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel for the Centennial Exposition of 1889, offers a spectacular view of the entire City of Lights.