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

Well, kerouac, you've done it AGAIN. Given me another reason to go back. I loved your layout of the page, the words you used, and especially the photobucket slide show.

Two thumbs up!

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.

When I see one of these kerouac threads posted it's always an "oh, yay!" moment. Thanks kerouac, nice leisurely trip through the museum. The inside of the dome picture is kind of scary.

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!

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.

Kerouac, as usual, you never disappoint! This is fabulous and has gone on my list for next time I'm in Paris. Thank you!!

Oh, it looks wonderful! Another museum added to our list, also. Thanks, Kerouac! Now, only 10 more months.......

I see you as the teacher that I would have liked. Great Stuff!

Thanks for another wonderful post.

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

I'm working on my third visit to Paris and I cannot believe that I walked pass this wonderful museum. Thank you.

I had bookmarked the museum's website so many trips ago but never got around to going. Thanks for the reminder.

Glad you liked the report. Actually, I hope that the museum never becomes crowded, but I think there may be room for a few more people.

Thank you for the virtual tour of one museum I still probably won't visit. To paraphrase the New York Times, you don't have to do it all, but it's nice to know it's all there.

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:)

To add to DonnaVeronica's post, I too had a constant cough until I went on a gluten-free diet and it disappeared. Maybe that would work for you too.

Thanks for the great pictures.

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!

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.

Oops, by "artist" I meant "architect" -- although despite occasional displays of false modesty, Gehry certainly thinks of himself in artistic terms.