We took the metro to an RER train, this would take us almost directly to the palace. On this train a couple of men began performing; one on a saxophone, the other on an accordion. Not something we get to enjoy when taking the c-train in Calgary. The train ride was about an hour long and then we only had to walk a short ways to get to the Palace of Versailles.
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The palace was amazing! It was huge, and so beautiful and detailed. Every where you looked there was art; even the ceilings were covered in the most intricate, beautiful art I'd ever seen. There was gold everywhere, and finely detailed sculptures in every direction you looked.
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We then headed to the gardens, which were also massive and incredible. It felt like we were weaving through a never-ending maze where, at some points, you'd find yourself in little sanctuaries. These sanctuaries had beautiful sculptures, fountains, and benches. We also stayed for the "Musical Fountain Show", which was pretty much just turning on all the fountains and turning classical music on very loudly.
After seeing everything we could see at the Palace of Versailles, we headed back to the train and took it to the Tower Eiffel Station. From here we walked to the Arc de Triomphe, which is incredible to see up close, it has carvings all over it. Apparently, the Arc de Triomphe was commissioned by Napoleon to commemorate his victories, however it remained unfinished when he started losing, but was eventually finished.
Afterwards, we walked down store front streets and did a bit of shopping, and then stopped for dinner at a little side street cafe. This is where we indulged in the best crepe I've ever eaten, it was literally heaven in my mouth. Once we finished, we made our way over to the Eiffel Tower. 693 steps later we were on the second level in time for the sunset. It was a spectacular view of both the city and the sunset. By the time we got back down to the bottom it was a lit up, and at random points sparkling white lights would dance all over the tower.
It was a fantastic way to end an incredible day!
I love looking at the pictures!! It really makes me want to jump onto a plane and travel to Paris right now.
ReplyDeleteMy parents have always wanted to travel to France (well Europe in General) but Paris is on their list. It's just such a beautiful country... with a totally different atmosphere compared to Canada.. It's something I would really want to go see one day. Maybe one day! (:
Paris is one of the places I want to go. I like how you describe the details of places you have been. It is like i'm there too. I can feel that you really had a fun day, with the photos you took, it is like you went to every tourist destinations in there. Many of my friends tell me that crepes in Paris are really that good. Actually, not only good but, may I use your word?, it is really heavenly and it is not like anything else.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was a little kid, I actually thought that the Eiffel Tower is the only tourist destination in Paris. Since in cartoons they show Paris with the view of the Eiffel Tower anywhere. I wish I get to go there to celebrate the new year. I want to see the beautiful lights shining over the tower. When time and money permits me I know I will really enjoy my stay there in Paris.