I have never failed to be charmed by Paris and her people, who are justifiably proud of their truly authentic culture. I have been transformed me into a genuine Francophile.
Regarding all those French stereotypes: All I can say is that people see what they want to see. Perhaps, more accurately, they see what they are told to see. Everyone I engaged was good humored and delightful, generous with their English, and forgiving of my almost non-existent French.
Besides their deep enjoyment of the simple everyday pleasures (Le Joie de Vivre), the French have and continue to make priceless contributions to civilization… in the worlds of music, cuisine, language, literature, science, philosophy, engineering, architecture, art, and political freedom.
Allons! (Let’s go!)
French National Motto!
And how can anyone not resonate with the national motto!
Paris Metro
A short and sweet French lesson!
Eiffel Tower
Yes, it snows in Paris
Champs Elysees & Arc de Triumphe
Champes Elysees viewed from the top of Arc de Triumphespiral staircase inside Arc de Triumphe
Montmartre & Sacre Coeur
The “I love you” wallCarousel, Sacre CoeurStreet Performer, Sacre CoeurPeople watch on the steps of Sacre Coeur.Pigalle (The Red Light District)If you have a hundred Euros to burn, take in dinner and a show at the Moulin Rouge (Red Windmill).The Louve Entrance
The Catacombs
The Catacombs, the final repose for some 6 million human beings.
D’Orsay Gallery
D’Orsay Main HallCezanneDaumierManetRenoirToulouse LatrecThe iconic clock with view of Sacre Coeur
Love your post. Makes me even more excited to visit Paris this year 🙂
You will love Paris and Paris will love you back! Bon Voyage!