Maple Leaf Rag: January 2008

We really 'pushed the boat out' and went for a mad evening of entertainment in the famous Moulin Rouge in Montmartre. It was a fabulous cabaret show - singing and dancing of the highest order for an hour and 45 minutes including the famous Can Can. The costumes were sumptuous (even though sparse!). The dancing and singing were amazing. The choreography was stunning. The Champagne was flowing. At 99 euros each, it was well worth it. And George is now counting everything in two´s!

Happy Birthday Mags

Views from the Eiffel Tower

The coffee shop on the first floor had an ice theme with an ice model of the tower and a bar made of ice.

Mags continues the photo shooting

The walkway around the first floor of the tower was filled in with snow. You could borrow snow shoes to walk around.

The Eyeful Tower

The most famous sight in Paris, the Eiffel Tower was resplendent in the winter sunshine.

the Pont d'Alma

is where Diana, Princess of Wales, met a hasty end.

Smart Car ...

... is a very knacky little vehicle. As wide as it is long it can be parked nose-in!

Famous Names ...

Who can hum a piece by Bizet?

A keen photographer ...

Mags has a nice camera and enjoys looking for the ultimate shot ....

The Eternal Flame

marks the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This is the top end of the Champs Elysee.

The Arc de Triomphe ...

..stands alone in the middle of Place de Gaulle, a huge roundabout with 12 avenues radiating out from it. Drivers need to be VERY alert to stay clear of circulating traffic.
The arch was ordered by Napoleon to commemorate the Grand Army. It was begun in 1806 and took 13 years to build. It commemorates the greta wars fought by French armies. In the centre is a constant flame on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Every day a ceremony is held to remmeber those who losttheir lives fighting for France.