CHRISTMAS IN PARIS: ENJOY A RANGE OF CHRISTMAS CONCERTS AT FAMOUS CHURCHES IN PARIS: Paris has some of the most beautiful and historical churches and many of these are regular venues for classical music performances. During the festive season these famous churches traditionally host special … [Read more...]
Sainte-Chapelle – Famous for its Stunning Stained Glass
Sainte-Chapelle - A Royal Chapel Full of History and Famous for its Stained Glass: Long before we visited Sainte-Chapelle, I'd already seen many pictures of its exquisite stained glass windows. And, although it is said that a picture paints a thousand words, nothing quite prepares you for the … [Read more...]
Eglise St Sulpice – A Place of History and Fiction
St Sulpice - Brought into the Limelight by The Da Vinci Code: The visit of Silas, the scary albino monk and assassin, to St Sulpice in search of the Holy Grail is a scene that endures in my memory. And, since The Da Vinci Code, a visit to Eglise St Sulpice will probably never be the same for … [Read more...]
Sacré-Coeur – A Basilica on the "Mount of Martyrs"
A Basilica Dedicated to the Sacred-Heart of Christ on Montmartre: The site of the Basilique du Sacré Coeur on the hill of Montmartre has long been an attraction for religious figures and groups. Many saints have come to this "mount of martyrs" (Montmartre), including Saint Germain, Saint Bernard, … [Read more...]
La Madeleine – a Church Dedicated to Mary Magdalene
La Madeleine was built as a temple to honour the glory of Napoleon's Army: La Madeleine is a church dedicated to St. Mary Magdalene. Its style is Neo-Classical and it was inspired by the Maison Carrée in Nimes. When La Madeleine was built, it was intended as a temple to honour the glory of … [Read more...]
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