FranceÎle-de-FranceVersaillesVersailles-Rive-Gauche Railway Station48°47’54” N 2°7’39” E
May 17, 2023 in France ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
I went a 2 days early because I wanted to visit Versailles so after taking Play airlines thru Reykjavik, I landed at DeGaulle Airport. Next I had to figure out the train system to get toRead more
FranceÎle-de-FranceVersaillesChapelle royale48°48’16” N 2°7’21” E May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☁️ 52 °F
FranceÎle-de-FranceLe ChesnayGrand Canal48°48’18” N 2°7’3” E
May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
I think I enjoyed the ceilings the most—beautifully detailed and more interesting than the many portraits. And gorgeous sculpture.
FranceÎle-de-FranceParisMontparnasse48°50’43” N 2°19’20” E
May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
Where do I start—it’s over the top in opulence, history, and compelling yet sad stories. The Chateau was stunning in its details with sumptuous fabrics and paintings of every king, queen, child,Read more
FranceÎle-de-FranceParisMontparnasse48°50’43” N 2°19’20” E
May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
What is French history without Napoleon Bonaparte?
But the beds of the King, Dauphin and various Princesses don’t look so comfortable. Aw but the Hall of Mirrors was stunning.
FranceÎle-de-FranceParisMontparnasse48°50’42” N 2°19’20” E
May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
Too early in May be be in full flower, but the gardens included many walks with fountains and music playing to create intimate spaces for the royalty to entertain in. And crows to watch us eating inRead more
FranceÎle-de-FranceParisMontparnasse48°50’43” N 2°19’20” E
May 18, 2023 in France ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
First night in Paris with Glenna, Jenna, Ania and Luz, we went for Classic French Onion Soup, espresso martinis, and escargot. We’ll I didn’t eat the escargot….
