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Among other things, the Louvre art museum is noted for showcasing the renowned Mona Lisa painted by Leonardo Da Vinci. This is also the museum that features in the starting of the Tom Hanks blockbuster movie, the Da Vinci Code.

Le Louvre’s exact location is at 34-36 Quai du Louvre, Palais du Louvre, Paris, France 75001 which is right at the center of the city, Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre station is the best stop to step off if you plan to get there using Paris metro.

This museum, dedicated to the life and works of Pablo Picasso, is seated in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, which is in the center of the city. The museum, which features over 3,000 artistic works created during the lifetime of Picasso, is housed in a splendid 17th century private residence that has been transformed into the art museum we see at present.

This art museum in Paris is situated at 5, rue de Thorigny, Paris, France 75003. If you’re using metro the closest station is either Saint-Paul, Chemin-Vert or Filles du Calvaire, all of which are within walking distance of the art museum.

The museum is endeavored in featuring French impressionism particularly Claude Monet art. It is located in the outer suburbs of Paris right at 16th Arrondissement.

Not only is it a home for over 100 Monet paintings but also by other French impressionists like Guagin and Renoir. You can exactly find this art museum at 2 Rue Louis-Boilly, Paris, France 75016.

After visiting Monet Art Museum, why not drop by to a smaller art display on 16th Arrondissement. Never underestimate this because it contains equally amazing art pieces as those of the larger museums.

This museum, Muse Jacquemart-Andr, on the other hand focuses in European and Asian art. Among the artists whose works are featured here include Van Dyck, Frans Hals and Rembrandt. Its accurate location is at 158 Boulevard, Haussmann, Paris, France 75008. Metro stations to stop are Saint Philippe du Roule and Miromesnil.

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In London, the national art galleries are free to enter, and as such, they are a regular staple in any tourist’s visit to London.

As any art guide will tell you, the Tate Modern is a must-see. It’s the national gallery of international modern and contemporary art, situated beside the Thames. At just 10-years-old, the Tate is already undergoing a major extension; it was designed for 1.8 million visitors a year but gets closer to 4 million. The Tate is housed in a disused power station, and exhibits contemporary art ranging from new painting and sculpture, surrealism, minimalism, cubism, futurism and vorticism.

The Tate Britain is the national gallery of British art from 1500 to today. Each room is arranged in chronological order, with a theme or a focus on a particular artist. It displays the Turner collection alongside Pre-Raphaelite paintings, with works by Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon.

The National Portrait Gallery was established with the criteria that it had to be about history and not art; about the status of the sitter instead of the quality of the work. That criteria is still enforced today. As well as a permanent collection, the National Portrait Gallery holds six major exhibitions and more than 10 special displays a year. It also hosts numerous conferences, events, music evenings, talks and family activities.

Located on the north side of Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery is home to one of the finest collections of Western European paintings in the world. The paintings are from 1250 onwards, and include works from Botticelli, Michelangelo and Rembrandt. It was established for the benefit of everyone, not just the privileged. As a result, the National Gallery remains committed to maintaining free admission, remaining in central London with access for everyone, and extended opening hours.

Somerset House was originally fitted out to hold the Royal Society and the Society of Antiquaries, but has been a centre for the visual arts since the late 20th century. As well as playing host to galleries, Somerset House is home to an open air ice rink during the winter, and the courtyard holds music concerts throughout the year. There is also an annual summer season of outdoor film showings.

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Arman Kohlar is freelance article specialist who writes articles on Art Events and Art Workshops. For more information on Art fairs and Art Gallery Exhibitions please visit www.artcalendr.com

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Double treat for art enthusiasts at Galeri Petronas
ART enthusiasts are in for a double treat when they visit Galeri Petronas in Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur as the Melangkau Ufuk-Antara Langit dan Bumi and I See(k) You exhibitions are currently on display.

Published Oct 25, 2010.
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