Notre Dame

The cover shows the view 20’ from our door of the Pantheon, home to the venerated - Victor Hugo, Voltaire etc. The video is from our front door.

Having scored tickets at Midnight on the 3rd, we walked right in at 9:30. The first time I walked through the restored Cathedral, it was a shock. So much light and airiness and the the vast awe inspiring gloom.

This time, I just soaked it all in, using my Google camera to elaborate on details such as the cheery Mausoleum of the Count of Harcourt. The visit was fabulous. It also helped that we walk by a mural/display each day detailing the incredible five year restoration. Margot and Ben and Judy enjoyed the whole thing as well.

The day was young though so off we went to the Musee d’Orsay for a tour of 1st floor statues, Manet and the 5th floor impressionists. The museum used to be a train station.

Lunch was great at a traditional brasserie. [Pic 14] . Then off to a brief tour of Louvre highlights by Margot and Ben while Judy and I scoped out the royal apartments of Napoleon III. A quick walk in the Tuileries and the a walk home.

Rest and a wonderful dinner at Le Caveau du Palais: Burrata/pesto/tomatoes and duck confit were the highlights.

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