Pyramide du Louvre - City Daily Photo Theme Day: trianglesPyramide du LouvreThe first day of the month is Theme Day for the City Daily Photo community, and the theme for April is "triangles." In Paris there are two obvious and very large architectural structures which would pass the test: La Tour Eiffel and I M Pei's Pyramide du Louvre, seen here. Taken…
Poisson d'Avril - chut!Do you know what tomorrow is?In the United States it is April Fools Day and we play pranks like, "Look out! There's a spider on your shoulder!" The tradition in France includes poisson d'avril, attempting to attach a paper fish to the victim's back without being noticed. There is an interestin…
Église Saint Étienne du MontÉglise Saint Étienne du MontThe windows, the architecture, the history, the art, the details, the stories...You could sketch, draw, paint, photograph...listen, observe, watch, study, pray...and still not absorb it allbon dimancheÉglise Saint Étienne du Mont1, place Ste-Geneviève75005, ParisLinking t…
Parc des Buttes Chaumont VIIIParc des Buttes ChaumontTemple of SybilAlthough the Temple of Sybil may not appear so high on the cliff, it is indeed a hike and a suspension bridge away. How can all of this be only a mile or two from the center of Paris?If the weather cooperates for this last weekend in March, the Parisians will …
Printemps - une vitrinePrintemps store windowContemplation and reflection....bon weekendPrintempsBoulevard Haussmann75009, ParisJoining James' Weekend ReflectionsLook here for so many more.…
Champ Libre FleuristeChamp Libre fleuristeNo matter where you are in Paris, you can certainly find nearby:a Métro station,an eyeglass store,and a fleuristeHow about:a garden,a boulangerie,a church?Champ Libre Fleuriste104, avenue Ledru Rollin75011, Paris…
Le Montegrosso - le petit déjeunerLe MontegrossobreakfastThis Franco-Italian restaurant has a charming terrace with a large red awning. This gentleman was enjoying the sun with his breakfast on a brisk spring day.Le Montegrosso 6, rue de l'Échelle 75001, ParisMétros Tuileries, Pyramides, ou Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre…
Cimetière du Montparnasse - printempsMontparnasse CemeterySpring blows into Paris,scattering fresh blossomslike pastel confettiMay they last in my memories foreverCimetière du Montparnasse75014, Paris…
Jardin de l'IntendantJardin de l'IntendantOn the southwest corner of Hôtel des Invalides you will find this verdant sculpted garden, a quiet place to enjoy the greenness of spring in Paris.Jardin de l'IntendantLes InvalidesAve de Tourville 75007, Paris…
Église Saint-Louis des InvalidesÉglise Saint-Louis des InvalidescaryatidtélamonThis ornate organcase is attributed to Jules Hardouin-Mansart and includes two télamons supporting the massive platform of the organ pipes.The architectural elements are quite detailed and the supporting right hand of the telamon appears to be real.bon …
Parc de Monceau - printemps!Parc de MonceauThe Egyptian Pyramid(1778)The Parc Monceau is one of the most elegant parks of Paris and a peaceful oasis of greenery. In general it is not frequented by tourists but full of nannies and children, families, and office workers at lunch. You will see many joggers along the paths, pony…
Palais Garnier - L'Opéra RestaurantPalais GarnierL'Opéra RestaurantCan you imagine getting approval to build a restaurant as part of the storied Palais Garnier, only to discover that you could touch no walls, attach nothing to the 19th century structure?Impossible? Yet, here it is, and the artistry is magnificent as the curved trans…
Rue de Lyon - les detailsthe doorTypical of many Paris doors from the 19th century, the details of the stone architecture are unique in design and frame beautifully the well-preserved heavy doors. The cart belongs to the postman (le facteur) to transport the mail as s/he walks the neighborhood. The ornamental wrought iron…
Parc des Buttes Chaumont - le carrouselCarousel in Parc des Buttes ChaumontIt was only on my third visit to this park that I discovered the petite, colorful carousel. The top makes me think of le Petit Prince with its stars, moon, and rocket ship.The rides are over-sized rabbits, cats, and other animals, along with a rocket and a fire t…
Paris au printempsParis in springIt is surely time for Paris to show her spring colors.This small park on Rue de l'Ave Mariais filled with color in March-April.As the blooms mature and drop they will make a delicate carpet of pink .Square Marie TrintignantRue de l'Ave Maria75004, ParisMétro Pont Marie…
Un homme en vert Men in green The streets are meticulously cleaned daily by the men in green. An interesting feat of engineering allows the water to flow under low pressure from the curbside openings into the gutters. This man with his broom helps sweep the water and the floating debris back into the sewers. …
Église Notre Dame de Lorette - l'orgueÉglise Notre Dame de Lorette Église Notre Dame de Lorette is a neoclassical church built by architect Louis-Hippolyte Lebas between 1823 and 1836 in the 9th arrondissement. It contains the first organ built by the great organ builder Aristide Cavaillé-Coll (1811–1899). Composer Cesar Franck …
Rue CrémieuxRue CrémieuxA lovely pedestrian streetadorned with an assorted palette of colors,whimsical trompe l'oeil,and at least one neighborhood cat.(le chat roux)Rue Crémieux75012, Paris…
Kogan Gallery - Installer une forêtInstalling a forestThe photographers are outside on the sidewalk. The "forester" is installing a mural of trees on the back wall of a gallery.The buildings are a reflection.dreamy illusionsKogan Gallery96 bis, rue Beaubourg75003, ParisJoining James' Weekend Reflections …
Cour Marly - Musée du LouvreHorses of MarlyThe monumental statuary displayed here was carved for the park of the Château de Marly. Most of the works were commissioned by Louis XIV at the end of his reign. However, the courtyard is dominated by Guillaume Coustou's celebrated Horses of Marly, completed in 1745 under Louis XV.…
Gare de l'EstGare de l'EstGare de l'Est resembles the Belle Époque generation of train stations, and the west wing is the original building of 1847. An interesting note: On October 4, 1883, the Gare de l'Est saw the first departure of the Orient Express bound for Istanbul.On this day I was not venturing nearly…
Palais Royal - l'ombrePalais Royal-the shadow-The shop was closed, but in a blink of an eye the shadow moved.How can that be?Surely it is just the reflection of trees,or a cloud passing in front of the winter sun,or.... un fântome?Palais Royal75001, Paris…
Julien - pâtisserieJulienPerhaps not the best for the start of a healthy week, but I do see four things that make me drool in this display case.At least there is no harm in looking miam-miam!Julien73, Avenue Franklin D Roosevelt75008, Paris…
Sacré Coeur et Église de la Sainte-TrinitéSacré CoeurSainte-TrinitéFrom a vantage point above the streets, these two magnificent churches provide a focal point above the rooftops and chimneys of Paris' 9ième and 18ième arrondissements.bon dimanche(linking to inSPIRED Sunday)La Basilique du Sacré Coeur de Montmartre35, rue du Chevalier de la…
Paris rouge - MacéoMacéo This restaurant has a quiet back entrance framed in red with cherubs on either side of the doorway. Perhaps a little worse for wear, the sculptures still make a dramatic presence on the quiet street behind Palais Royal. Macéo15, rue des Petits Champs75002, Paris …
Place Maubert avec Papaat the seafood marketThe poissonnerie is full of interesting creatures from the sea. It appears that Papa is making a selection for the evening dinner. Although the child's eyes cannot be seen from this view, they were open wide and full of interest.Must be a French boy...Poissonerrie Boulonnaise4…
Le Grand VefourLe Grand VefourUnfazed by the drizzling rain and without concern for traffic, this chic woman walked like she owned the street ...and the famous Grand Vefour.Must be a French girlRue de BeaujolaisPalais Royal75001, Paris…
Palais de Tokyo Palais de TokyoTaking their lunch with the pigeonsat Palais de Tokyo...Palais de Tokyo13, avenue de Président Wilson75016, Paris…
Trois statues parmi les fleursThree statues among the flowersWithout regard to the season or the weather,one can always find fresh flowers, herbs, and plants in Paris.Are you ready for spring?Mahasiah234, boulevard Raspail75014, Paris…
Une chaise haute - a child's café chairWell, the little French children start early in the café life.What could be a more perfect transition... from the arms of Maman to a suitable chair on the terrasse.75005, Paris…
La Sainte-Chapelle - la chapelle basseLa Sainte-ChapelleThe Lower Chapel, 1242The windows of the upper chapel are stunning but no more so than the vibrant bold colors of the lower chapel with accents of gold. This magnificent 13th century Gothic chapel on Île de la Cité was built by Louis IX for use as his royal chapel. The lower chap…
