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Monthly Archives: March 2016
Musee de Cluny, Paris
Musee de Cluny is easily accessible from either Boulevard St. Michel or Boulevard St. Germain or Rue St. Jacques. Its official name is rather long; translated into English, it means Museum of Medieval Art and Thermes (baths). The ancient baths … Continue reading
Paris in the Rain.
It’s been raining all day as forecast. The city thrums with energy, people run around with their umbrellas open, students manage mostly without. A nice bus driver will wait for you a bit and even open the door to let … Continue reading
The Miracles of Paris.
French women don’t get fat; they aren’t fat. They don’t dress in bright colors and don’t wear a lot of makeup. In fact, I have seen quite a number of women of all ages without any makeup. I think they … Continue reading
How to Be a Happy Camper.
In my wanderings around the lovely city of Paris, I never cease to be amazed at how much Beauty I can see everywhere. I even came to the conclusion that through the centuries, the French have developed a high sense … Continue reading
Easter in Paris.
This year Easter is different. It comes very early, on March 27. DST is on, so we have to remember to spring forward – move our watches and clocks one hour forward at night. NOT necessarily at 2 am 🙂 … Continue reading
St. Gervais Church, Paris
St. Gervais, Paris. Which Way Is East? Eglise St. Gervais is located east of Hotel de Ville which means City Hall. Rather than trying to follow the Google directions – I mean, did they ever try it themselves, 17 meters … Continue reading
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Bookshops in the Latin Quarter.
Bookshops of all descriptions seem to be in every second door, and sometimes even in every first door I encounter, on any street, near every school, cafe, a souvenir stall. Antique books’ prices at first glance resemble cell phone numbers. … Continue reading
St. Severin Church via St. Jacques Street, Paris.
Rue St. Jacques is a discovery in itself. Though it was sort of moved aside when Baron Hausmann changed and rebuilt much of Paris in the 19th century, this wonderful street remained lively and lovely. Walking past La Sorbonne and … Continue reading
The cheapest way to explore Paris.
Naturally there are excursion buses which may take you all over the city. You board one settle down, stick in earphones with the guide talking non-stop in English, and spend a day sightseeing. This gives you a good idea what … Continue reading
Speaking in tongues in Paris.
There is a widespread opinion that the French do not much like speaking other languages, English included. It is not strictly true. I happily try out my primitive French, and my experience shows that once people realize I am a … Continue reading
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