Sunday, March 24, 2013

Église Saint-Louis des Invalides III


Église Saint-Louis des Invalides
This dome which sits prominently on the Paris horizon is atop
 what is commonly called Les Invalides.  
The church is known as "The Soldiers' Church" 
and was constructed in 1677.  


Although many have visited Napoleon's tomb 
and toured the Musée de l'Armée, 
most of those have missed the interior 
of this bright and beautiful church.  


bon dimanche


Église Saint-Louis des Invalides
Les Invalides
75007, Paris


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18 comments:

  1. The French HutchMarch 24, 2013 at 12:19 AM

    This is not on the “must see” list of tourist. It is indeed a beautiful church. I visited this Church after several trip to Paris. Thank for sharing the image.

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  2. Sylvia KMarch 24, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    Such a beautiful church, too bad that more people don't know about it!! Such a beautiful capture, Genie! Hope your weekend is going well! Enjoy!

    Sylvia

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  3. Angelsdoor * PennyMarch 24, 2013 at 12:46 AM

    Oh Genie, this is breathtaking!

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  4. StarmanMarch 24, 2013 at 3:12 AM

    One of my favorite silhouettes.

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  5. quantum satisMarch 24, 2013 at 3:29 AM

    Beautiful. Happy easter !

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  6. martinealisonMarch 24, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    Somptueux...
    Je l'ai visitée, c'est un véritable bijou.

    Gros bisous et bon dimanche.

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  7. UnknownMarch 24, 2013 at 5:17 AM

    This is indeed a beautiful church and one that I have visited. The interior is exquisite and definitely a must see for all who enjoy historical interiors. Sharon

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  8. brattcatMarch 24, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    such a pleasing image, genie. thank you.

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  9. Sketchbook WanderingMarch 24, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    We stayed very near several times & it was thrilling. But I admit, I've never been inside the church, so thank you! Good day to you, Genie, Rita

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  10. VirginiaMarch 24, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I love seeing this from all over Paris.
    V

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  11. JeanieMarch 24, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    Happy Sunday -- this is just so gorgeous!

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  12. TheChieftessMarch 24, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Beautiful!!! I don't think I've seen this church in my visits to Paris!

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  13. MMarch 24, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    This was the first church I ever visited in Paris ... It is breathtaking!

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  14. JackMarch 24, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    The dome is truly intricate. Lots of gold. Beautiful!

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  15. RandyMarch 24, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    I love all of the details.

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  16. Paulita March 24, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    The gold is amazing. Is it as fabulous from the inside?

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  17. Oakland Daily PhotoMarch 25, 2013 at 12:36 AM

    We were in Paris when Alexander Dumas was installed into Des Invalides. It was a thrilling and moving ceremony. Of course we couldn't get into the church due to all the dignitaries that were there, but everything else was pretty exciting. Always think of that when I see this dome.

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  18. JoeMarch 25, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Such amazing architecture. That dome must dominate all around it.

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Merci for your comments!