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The Louvre is the world's largest and most visited museum now, drawing nearly 10 million people each year. It is a museum about education whose main aim is to protect and pass on our heritage to future generations.

As a royal palace in the past, the Louvre shows the history of France for about eight centuries. Divided among eight departments, the collections feature works admired throughout the globe, including the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace and the Venus de Milo.

The special feature

In keeping with France's 2005 disability law, the Louvre aims to make sure all visitors can access the museum safely and comfortably. Special attention is given to the disabled throughout the museum. More importantly, Louvre's Touch Gallery has a space specially designed for members of the public with disabilities, inviting them to gain artistic knowledge by touch with the help of technology.

Practical information

* Buying tickets online is a good way to get into the museum in less than 30 minutes.

* Tours of the Louvre are conducted by guides from the French national museum network.

* Download or rent an audio guide and choose your visit! Explore the Louvre on your own, guided by the museum's experts.

Tel.:+33(0)140205317

The Louvre is open every day (except Tuesdays) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Night opening until 9:45 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Closed on the following holidays: January 1, May 1, May 8, December 25.

1.What do we know about the Louvre now?

A.It is aimed to protect paintings.

B.It is the most popular museum.

C.It has more than eight departments.

D.It shows the life of French common families.

2.The Louvre's special feature lies in¡¡¡¡¡¡. 

A.its good service and kind guides

B.its convenience to the disabled

C.its audio guides for free

D.its discounted tickets online

3.When is suitable for you to visit the Louvre?

A.At 10 a.m. on Tuesday.

B.On December 25.

C.At 7:00 p.m. on the weekend.

D.At 9:00 p.m. on Friday.