The Louvre is the world’s largest art museum and also the most visited. It contains more than 380,000 objects and displays 35,000 works of art and averages 15,000 visitors per day. The most instantly recognisable part for many people is the pyramid, a controversial addition made in 1989. The large pyramid serves as the main entrance to the Louvre MuseumContinue reading “The Louvre pyramid”
Monthly Archives: November 2019
Galeries Lafayette Xmas
Galeries Lafayette is one of the most popular, chic and distinguished shopping centres in Paris. You can browse this temple to consumerism under a stunning 100 year-old steel and glass Coupole. The Galeries Lafayette offers its visitors a splendid glass Coupole, rising to a height of 43 meters, which can be seen from across theContinue reading “Galeries Lafayette Xmas”
Pieces of Paris
Just a few snaps from around the streets of Paris as we head towards the Pompidou Centre. Street art plays a huge part in the street scene of the French capital as do numerous cafes and bars. The Pompidou Centre was opened in 1977 and caused a bit of a stir at the time dueContinue reading “Pieces of Paris”