Champs-Élysées The Avenue des Champs-Élysées (French pronunciation: [av(ə).ny de ʃɑ̃.ze.li.ze]) is a boulevard in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, 1.9 kilometres long and 70 metres wide, which runs between the Place de la Concorde and the Place Charles de Gaulle, where the Arc de Triomphe is located. It is famous for its theatres, cafés and luxury shops, and for the military parade that takes place each year on the avenue on 14 July to celebrate Bastille Day. The name is French for Elysian Fields, the paradise for dead heroes in Greek mythology. Description[edit] The avenue runs for 1.91 km (1.18 mi) through the 8th arrondissement in northwestern Paris, from the Place de la Concorde in the east, with the Obelisk of Luxor,[1] to the Place Charles de Gaulle (formerly the Place de l'Étoile) in the west, location of the Arc de Triomphe. The Champs-Elysées seen from the Arc de Triomphe. View at pedestrian level as seen from the middle of the avenue looking west. History[edit] Events[edit] Public transport[edit]
Louvre Palace The Louvre Palace (French: Palais du Louvre, IPA: [palɛ dy luvʁ]) is a former royal palace located on the Right Bank of the Seine in Paris, between the Tuileries Gardens and the church of Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois. Its origins date back to the medieval period, and its present structure has evolved in stages since the 16th century. It was the actual seat of power in France until Louis XIV moved to Versailles in 1682, bringing the government with him. The Louvre remained the nominal, or formal, seat of government until the end of the Ancien Régime in 1789. Description of the present-day palace[edit] The complex[edit] Aerial view of the Louvre Palace Map of the Louvre Palace complex The present-day Louvre Palace is a vast complex of wings and pavilions on four main levels which, although it looks to be unified, is the result of many phases of building, modification, destruction and restoration. The "Old Louvre"[edit] The "New Louvre"[edit] History[edit] Origin of its name[edit] Fortress[edit]
Arc de Triomphe The Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. It stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle (originally named Place de l'Étoile), at the western end of the Champs-Élysées.[3] It should not be confused with a smaller arch, the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, which stands west of the Louvre. The Arc de Triomphe (in English: "Triumphal Arch") honours those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and the Napoleonic Wars, with the names of all French victories and generals inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Beneath its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from World War I. History The Arc de Triomphe from the Place Charles de Gaulle The Arc is located on the right bank of the Seine at the centre of a dodecagonal configuration of twelve radiating avenues. The sword carried by the Republic in the Marseillaise relief broke off on the day, it is said, that the Battle of Verdun began in 1916. The design Details Access See also
a Palate and a Passport - yule log Posted in Sweet things 22 December, 2011 Bûche de Noël is a Christmas sponge cake that has the appearance of the hard Yule log. Today's recipe is accompanied by a few images that were taken around Paris. What you'll need: • 120g hazelnuts, crushed• 1 Tablespoon baking powder• 6 medium eggs, separated• 40g, all purpose flour• 120g, Fine sugar• 30g Cocoa powder• 3 Tablespoon sweet sherry• 180g, 70% Cocoa chocolate• 80g Marron purée, sweetened • 180g, Icing sugar• 200g butter, soften• 140ml, thicken cream How to prepare:1. Unable to read/write the source directory (/var/www/palatepassport_com/images/stories/palate_passport/Galleries/Paris2010/), please verify the directory permissions (Go to: Fix permissions tutorial) Montmartre Montmartre Location of Montmartre in Paris Name origin[edit] The toponym Mons Martis ("Mount of Mars" in Latin) survived into Merovingian times, Christianised as Montmartre,[1] signifying 'mountain of the martyr'; it owes this name to the martyrdom of Saint Denis,[2] who was decapitated on the hill around 250 AD. Saint Denis was the Bishop of Paris and is a patron saint of France. History[edit] Prehistory[edit] The hill's religious symbolism is thought to have originated in prehistory, as it has been suggested as a likely druidic holy place because it is the highest point in the area. 16th century[edit] 18th century[edit] In the 18th and 19th centuries, there were a number of gypsum mines in Montmartre. 19th century[edit] There is a memorial sign on one of the restaurants on Montmartre that says "On 30 March 1814 - here the Cossacks first launched their famous "Bistro" and thus on this summit occurred the worthy Ancestor of our Bistros".[6] Basilica of the Sacré Cœur, Montmartre, Paris.
VACANCE FRANCE SUMMER 2009 After my trip with Jeske to Germany (Bodensee) I went for two weeks to France (La Drome) with William and Spencer. We drove a lot (appr. 4000 km) so we have seen like every corner of the Drome. If you have never been to the Drome; it's a region in the south of France next to the Alpes. This vacation contained a lot of mountains, rivers, sun, fun and historic villages. Just how I like it! Here are some photo's Spencer took. On top of the world! We visited a fleamarket in a small village high up in the mountains. We found this 'cave-house' somewhere hidden on a mountain, really creepy.
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, Paris The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paris, commonly known as Sacré-Cœur Basilica and often simply Sacré-Cœur (French: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, pronounced [sakʁe kœʁ]), is a Roman Catholic church and minor basilica, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in Paris, France. A popular landmark, the basilica is located at the summit of the butte Montmartre, the highest point in the city. Sacré-Cœur is a double monument, political and cultural, both a national penance for the excesses of the Second Empire and socialist Paris Commune of 1871[1] crowning its most rebellious neighborhood, and an embodiment of conservative moral order, publicly dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which was an increasingly popular vision of a loving and sympathetic Christ.[2] The Sacré-Cœur Basilica was designed by Paul Abadie. Construction began in 1875 and was finished in 1914. Basilique of the Sacré Cœur[edit] View of the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur at night Interior view of the Sacré-Cœur Construction[edit]
Paris Paris is an amazing city. The many monuments, museums, food, drink and street life are sure to please even a traveller with a dislike of cities. Driving is not for the faint hearted, but can be a good buzz once you get used to it. Many prefer to stay in hotels or hostels in the city itself, as the atmosphere is a great part of Paris. Camp sites If you are staying at a campsite take public transport or walk into the city. Inner city hotels or hostels For many the best experience of Paris comes from staying in an inner city hotel or hostel. Out of city hotels Many out of city hotels offer free parking. Parking Parking anywhere in metropolitan Paris is a problem. Free parking The large park at Bois De Boulogne (west of 16e) has many large roads that are not metered. Street camping Street camping is not recommended in Paris. Attractions There are many, my recommendations are: Eiffel Tower – Stunning views, unique monument. The good The bad Parking Busy traffic Expensive Very busy in summer
Notre Dame de Paris In the 1790s, Notre-Dame suffered desecration in the radical phase of the French Revolution when much of its religious imagery was damaged or destroyed. An extensive restoration supervised by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc began in 1845. A project of further restoration and maintenance began in 1991. Architecture[edit] The western facade illuminated at night The spire and east side of the cathedral Contemporary critical reception[edit] John of Jandun recognized the cathedral as one of Paris's three most important buildings [prominent structures] in his 1323 "Treatise on the Praises of Paris": Construction history[edit] In 1160, because the church in Paris had become the "Parish church of the kings of Europe", Bishop Maurice de Sully deemed the previous Paris cathedral, Saint-Étienne (St Stephen's), which had been founded in the 4th century, unworthy of its lofty role, and had it demolished shortly after he assumed the title of Bishop of Paris. Timeline of construction[edit] Crypt[edit] Bells[edit]
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