PARIS

MY LOVE FOR EVERYTHING PARISIAN  

My boyfriend and I recently took a trip to Paris, having previously visited I had already fallen in love with the city. This trip just reassured me what I already knew. From the ultra modern Louvre to The Palace of Versailles, it contains inspiration around every corner. Here are a few pictures I took myself on a nifty disposable camera.

  

Pâtisserie Stohrer

If ever in Paris and near Rue Montorgueil (nearest metro station is Sentier) make sure you visit Pâtisserie Stohrer. They sell the most AMAZING cakes and pastries, as well as traditional quiches and breads. Slightly expensive but definitely worth the money. 

 

We were told that in an effort to make Paris more green, that the city had introduced two walls of complete greenery. I have to admit the wall was rather striking in comparison to the pale coloured buildings surrounding. This also helped give me inspiration for my first blog post: http://achromaticdesigns.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/diy-ideas-terrarium.html

 

 

Chapel of Versailles

 One of the must see sights in Paris is The Palace of Versailles. This place is honestly one of the most breathing taking buildings in the world. Just due to the pure elegance and extravagance of it all. But as shown in the photo above, if you want to see the inside of the palace there is a lengthy queue. Therefore we explored the Gardens of Versailles, renting bikes and riding around the vast gardens was a highlight of the whole holiday for me. Although it wasn't a sunny day the gardens are still as spectacular. 

  

 

The Eiffel Tower lit up at night is truly magnificent, unfortunately we decided against going up. However I feel we didn't need to, as we marvelled at the incredible structure from ground level. The only thing bad I have to say about it is the amount of street sellers! 

 

Notre Dame

Notre Dame and the surrounding area is a lovely place to visit, everyone is very friendly and the sights are wonderful. We stopped and had lunch in a typical parisian cafe just around the corner from Notre Dame. The cathedral itself is a truly incredible piece of architecture. If interested in visiting one of the famous padlock bridges, just walk along the side of the cathedral and you'll find yourself at one.

We also visited La Basilique du Sacré-Cœur and the Moulin Rouge, which are both a short metro ride away from each other. Or you could do what we chose to do and walk up the many steep and tiring sets of stairs to reach the top. However it is well worth it when you reach the top not only do you see the Sacré-Cœur but the amazing view over the whole of Paris. It is a must to go inside the Basilique and see the incredible mosaic of Christ. 

All of these amazing sights, people and places has given me so much inspiration. My next blog post will be showing how some of this has inspired me. I hope you all enjoyed this post and I'd love to hear your feedback.