What is the most visited painting in the Louvre?

The Mona Lisa – 10 million per year Created by Leonardo da Vinci at the start of the 16th century, it's valued at well over $660 million. The painting has been on display in the Louvre on and off since 1797. Every year, around 10 million people visit the museum.



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