Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Day in Montmartre

This Sunday was spent in Montmartre, a former artist haven, and place of debravity which was famous for Can Can dance halls (Moulin Rouge), and bordellos. Atop the Montmartre butte (hill) sits Sacre Coeur, an impressive looking, domed basilica. The walk down the switchbacks from Sacre Coeur, take the crowds of tourists, through narrow cobbled stone streets, filled with cafes, street artists, marvelous views of the city and even a small vineyard. We totally lucked out on the weather and spent the lovely balmy afternoon outside, enjoying the village atmosphere.

We start our journey at the top of Montmartre in front of Sacre Coeur Basilica.

Ru & P sit on the steps of Sacre Coeur, enjoying the view of Paris and listening to a heavily accented street performer, sing Allison Krauss.


P waits for her Dad to pay the for the yummy crepes, we just ate on a patio in Montmartre.


D joins her.



Ru relieving P from tackling one of the many sets of steps, on our walk down from Sacre Coeur.





1 comment:

cherry said...

I want to know what Rupert is saying to Mary-Jo in the last picture---- "Rupert relieving P". Great pictures and text--- I was missing the words,I hear you are joining David's family for Xmas day , give them our love. We are definitely MISSING YOU. Love Mum and Mark