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Saturday 27 November 2010

PARIS RECOMMENDATION

 When a friend heard that I was going to be in Paris for a few days she recommended that I go and see LA SAINT CHAPELLE...........a gothic chapel on the Ile de la Cite in the very heart of Paris. So on Monday with the day to myself (husband in the office working)  I decided that was where I was going.
 And it was SO worth it. Even having to go through an airport style security check (coat, belt, scarf, bag through an Xray machine) and pay 8euros entrance it was still SO worth it!

 From the stained glass windows in the upper chapel which are gob smacking-ly beautiful.......it was a shame that one end of the chapel was closed for renovation but it was still stunning........

 to the painted columns and facades it was FANTASTIC!

So, my recommendation for if you are lucky enough to be in Paris is LA SAINT CHAPELLE.......I will be going again if I get chance!

12 comments:

Helen said...

Wow, Sue, that is one stunning chapel - what a space - what colours!

Artyjen said...

Oh my! That looks fabulous! I'll defo put it on my list 'cos it looks like us girls might be going next year :) Never been before so all will be new to me ;)
xoxo Sioux

G Peplow said...

So beautiful, looks like you had a great time, I'm always wary of taking photos in churches, this obviously wasn't a problem here. Love to hear about your travels, Thank you :0) xx

Effie said...

Fabuolous.. what a source of inspiration.....I love anything Gothic.. will wait and see what comes from your visit.

Jennie -The Artistic Stamper said...

oh YES! the best place in Paris!! been there a few times , and always am amazed by it. Hope you had a brilliant time
xx

johanna said...

wonderful tip, sue! the windows are gorgeous and the columns are painted so great!

Lori Saul said...

Everywhere I travel I make a point of visitng the local church or chapel. This is stunning- thank you for sharing this special place Sue. Have a great weekend!

Siobhan Brignull said...

that looks a great place so full of colour, used to hate being dragged around churches by my parents as a kid, but can understand the fascination now though :)

Carol Ann said...

Wow how beautiful and those colours are just gorgeous what a lovely day you must have had. I bet your head is spinning with inspiration from your trip!

Kaz said...

wow that is stunning. The detail on the work is amazing - you lucky thing, you really are a jet setter! x

Linda M. Cain said...

Wow! Fantastic shots!

Linda

Luna Art said...

Stunningly beautiful!