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#hellohalloween #lesinvalides Napoleon's Tomb at Les Invalides Les Invalides, a grand complex in Paris, was founded in 1670 by Louis XIV to house wounded soldiers. Its golden-domed church, the Dôme des Invalides, is a masterpiece of French Baroque architecture. The site is most famous as the resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte, whose tomb, crafted from red quartzite, lies beneath the dome since 1861. The sprawling complex includes the Musée de l’Armée, showcasing military history from medieval armor to World War II artifacts. Les Invalides remains a symbol of France’s military past, hosting ceremonies and exhibitions. Its courtyards and gardens offer a serene escape in the 7th arrondissement, steps from the Seine. Open daily, it draws history buffs and tourists alike, blending grandeur with solemnity in the heart of Paris.