Eiffel Tower

Paris, France - This was a winter trip to Paris. My friend and Shipmate Jeff Wozniak came along. Our wives could not make it so we toured Paris on our own.

Eiffel Tower

Paris, France - The Eiffel tower is just simply impressive to see. No other words can describe it.

Me in Paris

Paris, France - Yep, that is me in Paris. Wish my beloved wife could have made the trip over.

Construction

Paris, France - Unfortunately, the Eiffel Tower was going through some renovations. This image just does not do justice to the size of this thing.

Eiffel Tower

Paris, France - Looking up at the base of the Eiffel Tower. The top is 1063 feet to the top.

Eiffel Tower and Trees

Paris, France - It was a real nice January weekend in Paris. With the leaves off the trees we were able to see the tower from more vantage points.

Eiffel Tower and clouds

Paris, France - The partly sunny day added some drama to these images. It really added some drama to the shots taken from the top of Notre Dame.

Eiffel Tower and Park

Paris, France - The city of Paris keeps a park like atmosphere around the Eiffel Tower. It remains me of the Nation Mall in Washington DC.

Eiffel Tower and Park

Paris, France - The city of Paris keeps a park like atmosphere around the Eiffel Tower. It remains me of the Nation Mall in Washington DC.

Me in Paris

Paris, France - Here I am on the jump on, jump off tour bus.

Eiffel Tower

Paris, France - More views of the Eiffel Tower.

Mus�e des Plans-Reliefs

Paris, France - This is the Army Museum in Paris. That done is made of gold and Napoleon the 1st is buried there.

Pont Alexandre III

Paris, France - This is on the bridge at Pont Alexandre III where Winston Churchill Ave crosses the La Seine river.

One of Many Churches

Paris, France - This is one of many churches in Paris. I did my best to try and find it on Google Earth, but no luck.

Conciergerie

Paris, France - La Conciergerie is a former royal palace and prison in Paris, France, located on the west of the �le de la Cit�. It is part of the larger complex known as the Palais de Justice, which is still used for judicial purposes.

Pont des Arts

Paris, France - This pedestrian bridge is completely covered in locks. Each lock has the names of two lovers.

Crossing La Seine

Paris, France - Crossing the river La Seine onto lle de la Cite. This is the island that Notre Dame is on.

Notre Dame

Paris, France - Our first look at the Notre Dame cathedral. We will actually make two visits here. This is one of the points of interest that I had on my Must See list.

Notre Dame in Black and White

Paris, France - I felt this angle was best in black and white. Just the fact that construction started in 1163 is impressive enough.

Notre Dame

Paris, France - The front of Notre Dame Cathedral. Imposing and impressive all at once.

Entry to Notre Dame

Paris, France - This is the front door to the cathedral. Remember, in the 1100's when this thing was built, most people could not go up higher than a tree.

Notre Dame

Paris, France - This is looking up to one of the bell towers at Notre Dame.

inside Notre Dame

Paris, France - This is the quintessential gothic cathedral. If it were not for the electric lights, this would be a dark place. Some much to explore here, and so little time.

Mix of old and new

Paris, France - Look carefully. Most of this image could have been taken 800 hundred years ago. Look again. Flat screens have been installed.

Rose Window of Notre Dame

Paris, France - I honestly cannot even begin to think how that window was made. Even with todays technology, the task would be daunting.

Nativity

Paris, France - To the best of my knowledge, I this this is a nativity scene inside of the cathedral. This shot was taken in January so it may well be.

Gothic Arch

Paris, France - Images inside of Notre Dame are difficult at best. HDR is almost impossible. No tripods allowed. So, I had to hold my camera against the stone pillars and hope for the best.

Stained Glass

Paris, France - The detail in the windows is exquisite. The coloring in this HDR image went a little on the warm side, but the vibrant colors of the windows came through, Considering this is a hand held shot, I'm not to disappointed in its softness.

Stained Glass

Paris, France - The detail in the windows is exquisite. The coloring in this HDR image went a little on the warm side, but the vibrant colors of the windows came through, Considering this is a hand held shot, I'm not to disappointed in its softness.

Rose Window of Notre Dame

Paris, France - Again, another image of one of the rose windows. Incredible detail. The constant use of the gothic arch and vertical stone walls causes the eye to continually look towards Heaven.

Gothic Arches

Paris, France - The architecture of this place is inspiring. Considering Notre Dame was started in 1063, it was obviously built to last. Your eyes are continuously drawn upwards.

Worship

Paris, France - Worshipers and tourist alike site in the main hall of the cathedral. Everywhere, intricate detail.

Inside Notre Dame

Paris, France - This is one of my favorite images from Notre Damn. You can see the young lady to the left looking around and up and the beauty that is Notre Dame. I have never seen a place like this before.

Lighting a candle

Paris, France - Close to the exit, I found these two girls lighting a candle under a crucifix. It took a few shots to get it right.

Inside Notre Dame in Black and White

Paris, France - I love this shot. It was a long exposure. OK, just a second but it captured the motion of the visitors. I choose black and white to help simplify the image and to enhance the feeling of movement.

Flying Buttress

Paris, France - This is a view from outside of Notre Dame looking up at the flying buttresses. They are designed to help support the roof and take stress off the walls. Functional, yet also a work of art.

Exterior of Notre Dame

Paris, France - Here is the east face of Notre Dame. It is a park. Essentially, this is the top of the cross. You can see the amount of stained glass present.

Exterior of Notre Dame

Paris, France - Here is the east face of Notre Dame. It is a park. Essentially, this is the top of the cross. You can see the amount of stained glass present.

Exterior of Notre Dame

Paris, France - From the park at the east of Notre Dame, you can admire the symmetry of the building. The shear amount of stained glass is made possible by the support of the flying buttresses.

The South Facade of Notre Dame

Paris, France - On the south side of the cathedral is the Treasury. We did not have the time to visit it, but it holds the treasures of the church.

The South Facade of Notre Dame

Paris, France - On the south side of the cathedral is the Treasury. We did not have the time to visit it, but it holds the treasures of the church.