During your visit to Paris, the Palace of Versailles is a must-see as it is just a short and easy train trip at about 12 miles (20 kilometers) outside of Paris. I visited this fascinated and opulent place with its over-the-top decorations during the Christmas season. As you walk through the Palace, you can explore… Continue reading Palace of Versailles
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Christmas in Uneasy Paris
For this year's Christmas season, we decided to spend time in Paris. This holiday season the city has been marred by weekly citywide violence that unfortunately became a regular part f the gilets jaunes (yellow vests) protests. This did not stop us from continuing to enjoy Paris, but with more caution this time around. One… Continue reading Christmas in Uneasy Paris
Opéra Garnier or Paris’ Opera House
The Opéra Garnier This 1979-seat opera house is perhaps one of the most famous buildings in Paris along with Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower. The Opéra Garnier or Opéra de Paris was built from 1861 to 1875 is worthy of a visit during your time in Paris. This theatre is a specular depiction… Continue reading Opéra Garnier or Paris’ Opera House
