Église Notre Dame de la Croix de Ménilmontant

Notre Dame de la Croix

de Ménilmontant

The late afternoon autumn sun

repeated the stained glass patterns

on the stone arches

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Église Notre Dame de la Croix de Ménilmontant

3, Place de Ménilmontant

75020, Paris

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris

Notre Dame

If you go to this well-known landmark very early in the morning 

when the doors are first opened 

(and it is not in the months of March through October), 

you can take your time photographing the amazing architecture 

and details absent the crowds.  

The Cathedral is open every day at 8am 

and on Saturdays and Sundays at 7:15am.

Since I did not take my own advice on this particular visit, 

you will notice that my photo (and all of the others I took) 

are aimed away from the tourists.

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Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris

6 Parvis Notre Dame

Place Jean-Paul II

75004, Paris

 

Église Saint-Séverin

Église Saint-Séverin

From the ancient windows of the 14th century to seven contemporary abstract windows of the 20th century, Saint-Séverin is a study of contrasts.  The twisted pillars resemble palm trees, and are a fascinating feat of architecture and design, added in 1489.

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from Budapest

Église Saint-Séverin

3, rue des Prêtres Saint-Séverin

75005, Paris

 

Église Sainte-Chapelle

Église Sainte-Chapelle

This famous church is known for its stained glass windows, 

but the rich jewel-tone colors and detailed designs 

are equally stunning.

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de Paris

Église Sainte-Chapelle

4, boulevard du Palais

75001, Paris

Église Saint Germain des Prés

Église Saint Germain des Prés

After reading many books on the history of Paris,

I am amazed that there are so many gorgeous stained glass windows left in the churches.

This sixth century church has had a close-up view of war and destruction.

Recent renovations are lifting layers of grime to reveal the beautiful interior.

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Église Saint Germain des Prés
3, place Saint Germain des Pres
75006, Paris