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At Arc de Triomphe in Paris, All Twelve Avenues Meet Here

December 27, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

At Arc de Triomphe in Paris, all twelve avenues meet here. And they’re all straight streets that you could easily follow to the end of nowhere. From the center of Place Charles de Gaulle, the avenues spread out like tentacles of an octopus. When you’re standing from the top of

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City Skyline: Lyon Panorama From the Hilltop

December 26, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

If there’s one thing that I regret visiting Lyon (in the central east part of France), that would be – I only stayed for two nights. A city with so much to offer, why did I think of staying there in such a short time? I don’t know the answer

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Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière Guards the City of Lyon

December 25, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

If Rio de Janeiro has the statue of Christ the Redeemer looking after the city, Lyon has Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Yes, it’s not a statue with open arms but a basilica sitting on top of a mountain. You can’t miss it – and every local knows where it

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The Well-Manicured Gardens of Chateau de Versailles

December 24, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The well-manicured gardens of Chateau de Versailles is so huge you need two to three hours to explore its entirety. Unless, of course, if you choose to ride on a golf cart around – for an additional fee. In fact, I never had the chance to explore half of it.

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The Royal Chapel at Chateau de Versailles

December 23, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

It seems that every palace in Europe (or at least the ones I’ve been to) has its own chapel. The Royal Chapel at Chateau de Versailles is equally as grand as the one I’ve seen in Spain, Belgium, and Italy. Perhaps, the ancient royals were just too lazy to be

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This Building is Coated with Mural Paintings of Famous People From Lyon

December 22, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

From afar, this building looks like an ordinary building with people hanging out on their balconies. But, viola, as you go nearer, you’ll realize that this building is coated with mural paintings of famous people from Lyon. They look real at first glance. These people, I was told, are coming

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Take A Peek: The Stately Rooms of the Palace of Versailles

September 27, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Chateau de Versailles or the Palace of Versailles used to be the center of French power, wealth, and influence. Today, it is a massive museum that shows the ups and downs of France way before the French Revolution. With 700 rooms, how can you not be lost? Or burn calories

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Inside the Palace of Versailles: The Hall of Mirrors is the Grandest of Them All

September 26, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Out of the 700 rooms inside the Palace of Versailles, the Hall of Mirrors is the grandest of them all! If you don’t find it stunning or be blown away by its frescoes and craftsmanship of everything inside, I’m not sure if you’re still human. LOL… 😀 It is here

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The Golden Gate of the Palace of Versailles Displays Excess Opulence of French Royalty

September 25, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

There’s no doubt that the golden gate of the Palace of Versailles displays the excess opulence of French royalty. Boy, I was blown away the moment I got a closer look at the iron-wrought gate swathed in gold. Ok, it might not be real gold but it should be something

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Moulin Rouge is Still Spinning Its Windmill

August 5, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Moulin Rouge needs no introduction. Especially, if you’ve seen the award-winning movie of the same name, starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. I’ve seen it three times because I used it in my class back then. The movie fascinated me, partly because my favorite color is red. LOL 😀 Ok, well,

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The Pyramids at Louvre Museum are Photogenic at Night

July 9, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Pyramids at Louvre Museum are Photogenic at Night – so forget about Monalisa. There are only a few people visiting the famed museum in Paris at night and you can get all the selfies you want. Seeing Monalisa? Ha! Good luck getting a good view and a selfie with

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Photos – The Magnificent Eiffel Tower

July 7, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

There’s no doubt that the magnificent Eiffel Tower is France’s most photographed and most visited attraction. You’ve never been to Paris if you’ve never seen or visited the Eiffel Tower. And when you’re in front of the towering structure, what would you do? Strike a pose. Take a selfie. Ask

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15 Photos of Annecy – A Charming Little Town in France

July 1, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Here are 15 photos of Annecy, a charming little town in France, near the border with Switzerland. These photos only show the side of the town along the canal. Don’t call it the “Little Venice of France” because it’s farther from the truth – few tourists. I think, one of

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Pont des Amours – Be Careful Who You Kiss On This Lover’s Bridge

June 29, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Pont des Amours or Lover’s Bridge is an iron bridge at the threshold of Lac de Annecy. From the look of it, this is just an ordinary bridge in a charming town in France, called Annecy. The first bridge was made of wood and it was built to give people

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June 21, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

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