Paris, Je t'aime

abril 23, 2019

I never stop being fascinated by Paris. I discover new corners full of magic and charm. This leads me to travel back in time to "Belle époque". I think of all the artists who passed through this city which I deeply admire and I feel so fortunate. It also reminds me of the city I was born, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The architecture is a little similar since many French architects built some structures in my country that still remain today and give it that European touch for which it is often called "the small Europe of South America". In my head the voice of Edith Piaf with her "la vie en rose" always sounds. I also heard her leave the accordion of some man sitting on some street in this amazing city. The baguettes, the macarons, the patisseries where you taste the most delicious sweets in the world. His imposing lights, his monuments, his history, fashion, art, style. all this and more is Paris for me.

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Notre Dame

The metropolitan cathedral of Notre-Dame is the main Catholic place of worship in Paris, cathedral of the archdiocese of Paris, whose metropolitan archbishop is also primate of France. Located in the eastern part of the Île de la Cité, in the heart of the French capital, in the square of the same name, it represents one of the most famous Gothic buildings in the world and is one of the most visited monuments in Paris.

Seine River

Shakespeare and company

Shakespeare & company; This famous bookstore is located in the Latin Quarter of Paris. It has been visited by famous authors belonging to the so-called Lost Generation, such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, or James Joyce. This bookstore has also appeared in cult films such as "Before Sunset" or "Midnight in Paris", by Woody Allen.

Moulin Rouge

The Moulin Rouge cabaret was founded in 1889. The intention of the founders of this cabaret, inaugurated on October 10 at the foot of the Montmartre hill, was to create a place dedicated to entertainment for a diverse public. Thanks to its location in a fashionable district like the 18th district of Paris, still a rural area at that time, the cabaret quickly became famous as an inspiration to internationally known artists. One of my favorite films "Moulin rouge", speaks and observes from close up this famous cabaret. was a musical comedy performed in 2001.

Sacré Coeur

The Basilica of (Sacré Coeur), is one of the most important sacred places in Paris. It's located on the top of Montmartre, a hill 130 meters high from where you can enjoy magnificent views of Paris. It was founded in 1914.

The neighborhood of Montmartre, located on the top of a hill 130 meters high, was an independent town until 1860 when it became a district of Paris and today is famous for the agglomeration of artists and painters who sell their works on the street.

Jardin du Luxembourg

The Luxembourg Palace is currently the seat of the French Senate. It's a highly recommended place to spend the afternoon or Sunday morning, to rest in its beautiful gardens, and to visit with children. Its impeccable gardens have an area of 22 hectares.

Pont des Arts

Pont des Arts. Built from 1801 to 1804, it was the first metal bridge in the French capital. It's known for being the bridge where couples go to color a padlock as a representation of their love. At the moment they have removed the padlocks and they have moved them from the place because the bridge carried a lot of weight on top and their stability was in danger.