Paris: the Cité de l'Architecture
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Paris: the Cité de l'Architecture
Okay, I know that I have a reputation for trying to send people out into the middle of nowhere in Paris to see certain things that are far off the tourist track, so I figure it is time to do the exact opposite. All of you have walked right past this place when visiting Paris, so it is not at all out of the way. And you all have a photo of the building if you have set foot on the Eiffel Tower. However, it is most definitely off the tourist track, since it is a huge national museum that you can see all by yourself instead of being trampled by the crowds. And I also recommend it to people who just can't see everything in France during their visit, or are looking for things to go and see in person during their next visit.
I know that the idea that everything in this museum is a copy is what is most off-putting to anybody who reads about it, but you really have to see it for yourself to understand its importance. So please give the <b>Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine</b> a chance next time you are at Place du Trocadéro. Here is my report about it: http://tinyurl.com/246ujmq
I know that the idea that everything in this museum is a copy is what is most off-putting to anybody who reads about it, but you really have to see it for yourself to understand its importance. So please give the <b>Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine</b> a chance next time you are at Place du Trocadéro. Here is my report about it: http://tinyurl.com/246ujmq
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Fantastic, kerouac.
I was looking for somewhere for us to go after the Monet exhibition we are hoping to see on the sunday we are in Paris, or on the day after before we go home, and this may fit the bill.
I was looking for somewhere for us to go after the Monet exhibition we are hoping to see on the sunday we are in Paris, or on the day after before we go home, and this may fit the bill.
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Well, there goes another half day from my already too full schedule for May. Seems it will be more than worthwhile, though. One problem is my lack of understanding of French architectural terms. Me and my dictionary will just have to take more time to stumble through the descriptive signs.
Thank your for yet another really good one, Kerouac!
Thank your for yet another really good one, Kerouac!
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Thanks for the photos. Another museum to add to the list. We visited the Marine Museum (wonderful scale models) nearby but I think that was just before this one re-opened. You can combine a visit here with the Guimet, and its collection of Asian art.
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Thanks kerouac. DH & I actually went to Le Grand Pari(s) exhibit there in May 2009. It really is quite a beautiful museum, and as you noted, it's never crowded. So glad to have your photos. Many thanks, SJ
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I noticed in another forum you stated you cough any time you eat grains. I just wanted to mention that you might be allergic to grains. Some people have respiratory problems such as coughing if they have a mild allergic reaction. I thought I would let you know
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Kerouac, oops you did it again! (sorry, couldn't help it) You always contribute such interesting things and I do love that this is right it in the middle of it all. I appreciate your bravery for adding this to a public forum (actually it's probably your intuition that most people, sadly, will still never visit this cool little gem). Am proud to say I have never stood in line at the Eiffel Tower, and never will. Will check this out in December.
Can't wait to see what you do next!
Can't wait to see what you do next!
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Another must-see for my list. Am I right in thinking the Cinematheque Francaise was also located in this building before moving to its grand new home in Bercy?
That place is worth a look-see for architecture buffs too, even without seeing a movie (Frank Gehry should be name enough to lure the visitors.) Link is http://www.cinematheque.fr/ It might be the only Gehry building to have already been recycled, and by by another artist.
That place is worth a look-see for architecture buffs too, even without seeing a movie (Frank Gehry should be name enough to lure the visitors.) Link is http://www.cinematheque.fr/ It might be the only Gehry building to have already been recycled, and by by another artist.