Palais Garnier - colonne rostraleThe rostral columns of Palais GarnierThe entrance to Pavillon du Chef de l'Etat (House of the Head of State),which was turned into the Musée de Opéra on the western facadeof Opéra National de Paris Garnier,is framed by two granite columns by Henri Alfred Jacquemart,adorned with lamps and the masts o…
Jardin du Palais Royal Jardin du Palais RoyalThis woman was sitting alone with her thoughtsin the Jardin du Palais Royal The quiet moments in this garden are shared daily no matter the temperature or season.Jardin du Palais Royal75001, Paris…
Chapelle Notre Dame des AngesChapelle Notre Dame des AngesThis glorious window is hidden in a small church on Rue de Vaugirard. The plain front and nondescript entrance belie the rich interior.So often it is the case.There are so many churches in Paris... explorebon dimancheChapelle Notre Dame des Anges102, rue de Vaugirard750…
Rue du JardinetRue du JardinetWalking in the wet streets after a Paris shower...better than rain anywhere elseRue du Jardinet75006, ParisMétro Odéon…
Café de la Paix - des chaises vertGreen chairs at Café de la PaixIt is Friday and I have reserved these chairs for later today...a virtual Paris get-together with friendsAlons-y!bon weekendCafé de la Paix12, boulevard des Capucines75009, Paris …
Les toits de ParisFrom the rooftop of Printemps...the view is spectacularDo you see the boxes on the roof of Palais Garnier?bee hives!Can you get me a ticket to that roof?I would be ever so grateful...I love the bees!The rooftops of Parisfrom Printemps terraceBoulevard Haussmann75009, Paris…
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L'architecture de ParisRue MademoiselleI posted the door with the dog, cat and salamanders, but the beautiful stone work and graceful balconies of this early 20th century building are worth a second look...with a different viewpoint76-78, rue Mademoiselle75015, ParisMétros Vaugirard et Volontaires…
Les couleurs de l'automne - Le Bidule CaféLe Bidule CaféThe colors of autumnThe yellows and oranges of this café will soon match the leaves with their autumnal colors.May you have a week of bright skies and warm colorsLe Bidule Café2, rue Faidherbe75011, Paris…
Cathédral Notre-Dame de Chartres - un détailChartres Cathedral12th Century Gothic The 300 narrow, winding steps to the bell tower reward the adventurous climber with a quiet and lofty view of Chartres as well as intricate details. The cathedral artisans carved images of beasts and flowers in places where they would not be easily seen by anyo…
Jardin du Luxembourg - La Fontaine MédicisThe Medici FountainJardin du LuxembourgThis quiet space is found just east of the Sénat with the closest garden entrance at Place P. Claudel. The garlands of ivy on the long sides of the pool provide a respite from the otherwise crowded garden. Even when all of these chairs are filled, there is a …
Rue Mouffetard - les danseursDancing in the streetRue MouffetardEvery Sunday a small crowd gathers on Rue Mouffetard in front of Église Saint-Médard to sing and dance to the music of Christian Bassoul. It is easy to spot the regulars, whose easy steps and spins are evidence of the Sunday routine. All are welcome to participat…
Louvre -- Le Carrousel du Louvre Le Carrousel du LouvreWhat looks to be a fashionable mall is a corridor to the least-crowded entrance into the Louvre. You can buy tickets at the Tabac on the lower level and quickly enter - no lines and no waiting! To get there take Metro Line 1 and exit at the Palais Royal--Musee du Louvre stati…
Gwen Choc - boulangerieGwen ChocIt is nearly impossible to find a "bad" boulangerie in Paris and each artisan boulangerie-patisserie has a loyal following. The aroma of fresh bread wafts down the street and the lines form at the appointed hour...Gwen Choc is a favorite in this area of the Marais. My favorite neighborhoo…
Metro signThe high post with its lighted "M" is one of my favorite Metro signsparticularly when seen against a clear Paris skyThe season does not matterParis Metro SignNear Louvre75001, Paris…
LenôtreLenôtreA little something for your sweet-tooth on a Monday.The Schuss cake is one of the crown jewels of a famous French cooking school: Lenôtre. The base is a sponge cake with a layer of mousse and a topping of whipped cream. The varieties and flavors are endless. Although I admire the aesthetic…
Eglise de la Sainte-TrinitéEglise de la Sainte-TrinitéThis church is known simply as La Trinité or Sainte-Trinité, built between 1861 and 1867 as part of the beautification and reorganization of Paris by Haussmann. It was designed by the Théodore Ballu taking inspiration from French and Italian Renaissance architecture.…
Bouillon Chartier IIBouillon Chartierune brasserieQuite often the line extends from the door into the tiled courtyard to wait for a table. The scene then resembles an alfresco cocktail party.May you have a restful and delicious weekendBouillon Chartier7, rue du Faubourg Montmartre75009, Paris…
Cimetière de PassyCimetière de PassyJust across the way from Trocadéro and the stunning view of la Tour Eiffel (and the throngs of people) is this quiet cemetery with its own stunning view of la Tour. As you walk the narrow shaded paths, the chatter of the many tourists along with hawkers of Eiffel Tower key chains…
Jardin du Palais Royal - les promeneursJardin du Palais Royalthe dog walkersIt does not matter how early you get up in the morning. The dog walkers are out in force. Truthfully, I cannot imagine a more scenic place to gather with others, away from the busy streets and sheltered from the elements. Can you hear the crunch of the limesto…
Le Grand Colbert - une brasserieLe Grand ColbertIn the beginning twilight of the dinner hours, the creamy yellow walls are offset by a large vase of flowers. The service is quite proper, the plat fresh and perfectly prepared, and the dessert sinfully chocolate*. What a great evening with friends.miam-miam*profiteroles with ice c…
Le Huitième - une brasserieLe HuitièmeThis brasserie is memorable on my usual walk up Boulevard de Courcelles from Parc de Monceau. The café chairs in Paris come in every color in the rainbow and in many styles and designs. You do not see many of the orange shades, but the view across the wide boulevard is that of bright or…
