Trump plans to build a triumphal arch in Washington

Trump wants to build a giant Arc de Triomphe in Washington, bigger than the one in Paris

President of the United States Donald Trump initiates the idea of building a large-scale triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., which should surpass the famous Parisian arch in size. This was reported by the German newspaper Bild.

Project details

According to Bild, The arch, which Trump calls a symbol of the «greatest nation», will have about 76 metres high. For comparison, The Arc de Triomphe in Paris reaches approximately 50 metres.

The working title of the project, which has already been established in the media, is «Arc de Trump». The idea should be implemented by a specially created committee that will deal with the concept, design and fit of the building into the urban space of the US capital.

Expert reaction

The initiative provoked controversy among experts. Some architects criticised the project, emphasising that such a building could Not in harmony with the historic buildings in Washington and change the balance of the city's monumental ensemble.

At the same time, some historians supported the idea, noting that triumphal arches were traditionally used as symbols of state greatness and victories, and the new facility may become another recognisable landmark of the American capital.

Context.

This is not Trump's first attempt to influence the architectural image of Washington. Earlier it was reported that construction of a luxurious ballroom began on the territory of the White House, which also sparked active discussions in political and professional circles.

Analysts note that such initiatives fit in with Trump's style, which favours large-scale and symbolic projects, designed to emphasise the status and power of the state.