Welcome to a post filled with opulence and grandeur. The Furniture and Accessories of French Kings. This stunning bed first belonged to Louis XVIII (the 18th) and later by Charles X (the 10th) in the Tuileries palace. The Furniture and Accessories of French Kings All of the objets du art in this post can be found on the first floor of the Richelieu Gallery in room 75 close to Napoléon III’s apartments at the Louvre. The description of each item was written in French and I have done my best ... View the Post
Chapelle Des Penitents
The Penitents' Chapel, Chapelle Des Penitents, can be found in the picturesque village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Chapelle Des Penitents The chapel is located in the church square near the edge of the cliff which overlooks the Fontaine Valley. The original chapel was built in the mid 17th century by the Brotherhood of White Penitents who were Roman Catholics and wore white habits. The word penitent means a person who repents their sins or wrongdoings and in the Christian Church, seeks ... View the Post
Napoleon III Apartments at the Louvre
In the Richelieu wing of the Louvre, you will find Escalier du Ministre (the Minister’s Staircase) that leads to the first floor containing Napoleon III Apartments at the Louvre. Napoleon III Apartments at the Louvre Don’t be in a rush, walk slowly up the stairs, look around and up. The ceremonial staircase was built for the Minister of State to impress distinguished visitors attending parties and affairs of state. Napoleon III (Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte, nephew of Napoleon ... View the Post
The Louvre’s Magical Sculpture Garden
My first encounter with ancient sculpture came while I was living on Crete. I took a ship to Athens and went to the Parthenon. It was lovely and memorable and I feel so blessed to have had that experience. But it wasn’t a magical experience. I know that may sound strange but I indeed had a magical experience when I found myself alone, on the ground floor of the Richelieu wing, looking at the Cour Marly sculptures. Somehow, as the late afternoon sun streamed through the glass ceiling, I could ... View the Post
The Louvre’s Secret Entrance and its Dazzling Exterior
It’s common knowledge during the high tourist season that the line for entry via the glass pyramid can run two to three hours long. In the hot sun. Not fun. This post will cover how to gain entrance into the Louvre quickly and appreciating its beautiful exterior. The Louvre’s Secret Entrance and its Dazzling Exterior. The Louvre’s Secret Entrance and its Dazzling Exterior For a quick entrance, I recommend you purchase your ticket in advance and avoid entry via the pyramid. You can see just ... View the Post
The Gardens Of Paris
There are quite possibly hundreds of little community gardens nestled within the various arrondissements of Paris. But today I want to share with you two of The Gardens Of Paris, Le Jardin du Luxembourg and the Jardin des Tuileries. The Gardens Of Paris Happy poppies were found in the Luxembourg garden. Luxembourg garden or Jardin du Luxembourg is the second largest public garden in Paris. It was created by Marie de' Medici wife of King Henry IV from the house of ... View the Post
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