Saturday, July 30, 2011

Where is this?


Unless you have been in this very spot you may not guess, but this is from the platform of a Metro station. One generally thinks of Metro stations beneath ground but this is from the very large Bastille and this is a raised platform open to the water below, the Bassin de l'Arsenal or Canal St. Martin.

Last year I bought a book about the Metro in Paris and it has almost more than you ever wanted to know. It makes for good reading in and is a wonderful reference but I do wish that there was a picture-book of all the Metro stations inside and out.











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31 comments:

  1. Sylvia KJuly 30, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Terrific capture, Genie! I love it! Hope you have a wonderful weekend, mon amie!

    Hugs
    Sylvia

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  2. beau gosseJuly 30, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    I knew it straight away, Genie! Do I win a prize?!?!? Thanks for the lovely shot and the chuckle as well!

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  3. AndrewJuly 30, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    Great capture from where you were standing. such a surreal setting. You must be having a blast over there.

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  4. JamesJuly 30, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    Cool shot! The black and white and vignetting looks great! Sounds like a neat Metro station!

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  5. Pierre BOYERJuly 30, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    J'aime cet endroit...

    Pierre
    http://pierre-boyer.blogspot.com/

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  6. AnonymousJuly 30, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Yes, I agree, a book with pictures of the Paris Metro stations would be wonderful! I was impressed with all the ones I used when I visited there.

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  7. PerthDailyPhotoJuly 30, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    That sounds like a project for you Genie, gorgeous pictures of all the metro's in Paris, wouldn't that be fun! Love the effect you've used on this picture, has got that sort of 'aged' look. Hope you're having a good weekend.

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  8. Rob-bearJuly 30, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Well, since there is a river in Paris, there are boats. And one needs to be able to get from one's boat to the Métro at some point. All very logical, Genie.
    Good picture and explanation, Genie. Thanks.

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  9. MalyssJuly 30, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Next time you come to France, buy a book called "Metronome", by Lorent Deutsch. You'll find plenty of interessing stories about the metro, and some pictures.

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  10. diveJuly 30, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    The Bassin looks so different in black and white!

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  11. Paris PaulJuly 30, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    All this reminds me that my "Where Is It Wednesday?" misses you! It'll start up again in September, just so you know. ;-)

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  12. MJuly 30, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Wow! It looks so different in B&W! I looked at my photo and almost couldn't believe it is the same place. Beautiful shot.

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  13. AnonymousJuly 30, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I loved strolling along that area! Great photo.

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  14. KateJuly 30, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    I think that Perth's suggestion is a good one for a time-consuming project for you. Perhaps writing off the expenses as well. I have read several essays and a book on the boat people of Paris...fascinating, esp. those families who make a living there by transporting goods as contrasted by the leisure boaters or more affluent houseboaters. Love the photo!

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  15. CassyJuly 30, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Beautifully captured!
    I like it.

    Cassy from Best Online Guitar Lessons

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  16. AmandaJuly 30, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    A picture book of all the Paris metro stations : could be your next project?

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  17. Jane, Naples, FloridaJuly 30, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    That is so interesting, I had no
    idea. I like the other comments
    about a picture book of the Paris
    Metro stations... looks like you
    need to take another trip soon!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  18. BaysideLifeJuly 30, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog. I know what you mean about Paris reaching out and grabbing you. I spent every summer vacation in my twenties there. It's been a very long time since I've visited, so I thoroughly enjoyed your pictures and commentary. I look forward to more.

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  19. Grammy GoodwillJuly 30, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    How interesting. I never would have guessed.

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  20. VirginiaJuly 30, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    IT's nice to see at night as well!
    V

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  21. VirginiaJuly 30, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Hey why don't we do that picture book? The title can be, "Virginia, Lost in Metro Land!"
    V

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  22. GringoJuly 30, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I love boats, but I guess there's not much privacy there!

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  23. biebkriebelsJuly 30, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Yes, funny those stations above the ground. Suddenly you see bright daylight.

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  24. PatJuly 30, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    I have always wanted to take the midnight tour or whatever they call it, where you ride the metro after closing.....wooooo.....spooky. I think they serve you champagne, too.

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  25. PJJuly 30, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Everything about Paris so romantic. I would love to experience traveling one of the rivers.

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  26. AlexaJuly 30, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I knew it as well—and I know a book project when I see one too!

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  27. Louis la VacheJuly 30, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    hee hee.... This was «Louis'» guess as to the location...
    ;-D

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  28. JackJuly 31, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Why think small? Instead of a book of every Metro station, how about a book of every street? That would keep you in Paris longer. Interesting effect you got here.

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  29. JulieJuly 31, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    So ... what are you waiting for?

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  30. LouiseJuly 31, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Oooh, I knew it too! Only because we were right there a year ago.

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  31. RandyJuly 31, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Lovely b&w.

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Merci for your comments!