Paris, 2006
 
 
…Versailles continues outside in the expansive Gardens. We took the train to the Latin Quarter for drinks. Chris had dinner at Pierre Gagnaire, the #1 rated restaurant in France, while I had a nice dinner at a cafe near our hotel. Our time in Paris was well spent and we both look forward to returning one day. Au revior! day 4, part 2
The pools were constructed in 1684, and were originally decorated with 16 bronze sculptures, representing the rivers of France.
A few years later 8 nymphs were added.
The part of the building you see behind the statue is the Hall of Mirrors.
Gardens are on an 8-mile east/west axis
Apollo Fountain
off the Royal Drive
boats on the Grand canal. It is 1 mile long end to end
rent a row boat
One of the cafes on the grounds
delicious paninni
there is so much more here we have yet to see–next time
Fountain of Latona, mother of Apollo
Marble Courtyard. Hercules and Mars flank the clock
We head back inside to tour the Dauphin’s (heir) apartments and the Mesdames’ apartments (Louis XV’s daughters)
marble is used everywhere
I can’t exactly identify these rooms. Enjoy the view!
these are children and relatives
tapestry room screen
Dauphin’s bedroom
detail of woodwork
Daughter’s bedroom
Music room
library
Goodbye, Versailles
Part of the Coach Museum and Academy of Equestrian Arts
Quarter Latin. named because early students of the Sorbonne located here spoke Latin
St-Severin-begun in 13th century
I would not want to stand here during a rainstorm
#22 Rue St-Severin-the narrowest house in Paris
this area dates back to Roman times
it is associated with artists, intellectuals and bohemian way of life.
Place St-Michel. Fountain shows Michel killing the dragon
long connection tube to Metro
Monday, Nov. 20. Charles de Gaulle Airport.
time to go back to NJ
I recommend the slideshow -but you must have pop-ups enabled to view larger photos.