Art in Paris
The Thinker, a bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin
Mona Lisa, a painting by Leonardo da Vinci
For centuries, Paris has attracted artists from around the world, arriving in the city to educate themselves and to seek inspiration from its artistic resources and galleries. As a result, Paris has received a reputation as the "City of Art". In the city developed art schools and movements centered on French and immigrant artists, including the School of Paris. Home to some of the world's most famous museums and galleries, including the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, the city today remains home to a thriving community of artists. Paris is recognized globally for its public landmarks and masterpieces of architecture including the Arc de Triomphe and a symbol of France, the Eiffel Tower.