29 September 2019: Last Day In Paris....Nice Surprise In A 1934 Citroën Traction Avant


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September 29th 2019
Published: September 30th 2019
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The last Day in Paris for Tim and Natalia started in rain, and finished in rain. They had to be on the 20.40 train back to Luxembourg, so we popped the umbrellas and nothing stopped us. We had a late breakfast, well, a croissant and a coffee, and were carrying some rolls and quiches to eat at the Jardin de Tuileries near the Louvre later on. There were crowds everywhere, always is in Paris, but ... Read Full Entry



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The Place de La Concorde The Place de La Concorde
The Place de La Concorde

This obelisk, slit in two by the car, was the site of the guillotine, and the death of Marie Antoinette and thousands of others


Mausoleum Of Napoleon Mausoleum Of Napoleon
Mausoleum Of Napoleon

There is some doubt as to whether he was interned here after his death in 1821, but the view is that it’s still his well deserved memorial.
Eiffel Tower Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower

Travelling in style.
Napoleon Monument Napoleon Monument
Napoleon Monument

This monument, placed prominently to commemorate the victories of Napoleons Army, was made from the metal of 16 cannons captured from the enemy.
The After SquatThe After Squat
The After Squat

Every window is decorated, but it’s not the first thing you notice. What will they knit next.
The After SquatThe After Squat
The After Squat

Not sure what it does; artist colony, homeless squat, whatever; it sure knows how to draw attention to itself
Cafe On The Seine Cafe On The Seine
Cafe On The Seine

For our last lunch. Pizza and coffee, with a dash of Wifi
The Opera House The Opera House
The Opera House

Well, fashion week has ruled out a visit inside for a look. Only malnourished people welcome.
Take Two Take Two
Take Two

This girl risked life and limb to have the right shot taken of her designer bike shorts. Hate to think what that bit of Lycra costs.
A37, The Space Pod A37, The Space Pod
A37, The Space Pod

After a long walk we entered this Space Capsule and waited to board our craft. Hopefully see you on the other side.



1st October 2019

Have a good trip home.
1st October 2019

Thanks
In HK. The worst is over.

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