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The Obelisk of Luxor located in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France
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The Obelisk of Luxor located in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France
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Avenue Champs Elysee French Republic Global City Lamp Post Language Northern France Place De La Concorde Public Square David R Frazier Obelisk Of Luxor Paris Region Public Space
Lost in Translation - When a French Obelisk tries to teach English!
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. In this hilarious snapshot, we witness the iconic Obelisk of Luxor located in the heart of Paris attempting to communicate with its foreign visitors. Standing tall and proud in the Place de la Concorde, this ancient Egyptian monument seems determined to bridge the language gap. With a mischievous twinkle in its stone eyes, the obelisk playfully leans towards a nearby lamp post, as if seeking advice on how to conquer linguistic challenges. Perhaps it hopes that by absorbing some urban wisdom from its street companion, it can finally decipher those tricky English phrases! Surrounded by bustling city life and framed against a backdrop of elegant architecture, this photo captures both history and humor colliding harmoniously. The juxtaposition between ancient Egypt and modern-day France is nothing short of enchanting. As tourists stroll along Champs Elysées or relax at one of the many charming cafes nearby, they are treated to an unexpected spectacle – an obelisk desperately trying to master another language! It's moments like these that make Paris such a captivating global city; where even centuries-old monuments aren't afraid to have some fun. So next time you visit Place de la Concorde, keep an eye out for our multilingual obelisk friend – who knows what witty phrase it might come up with next?
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