We rode into Paris along a canal from the east side. It made it very easy as we didnt need to deal with traffic and motor ways. It passed through a lovely forest and suburbs and then industry. Just before the city centre it was very run down and people were living in improvised neighborhoods of caravans and shantys surrounded by rubbish. We were not sure if they were french nationals but they didnt seem to have access to any services. They seemed relaxed as we rode past, doing day to day stuff. A man had warned us not to stop but it didnt feel threatening.
These guys were doing amazing stunts on their roller blades just next to notre dame.
gargoyls !!!!
Jenny busy writing her new novel.
Paris has lovely gardens scattered all round the centre. Some are very regal with fountains and greek statues while others are more overgrown and cozy. They often have metal chairs scattered around them free to be moved about and people will be reclining or reading in them in their lunch break. We also saw a fashion shoot while we were having a snack - tres cool!
The second day in Paris we wandered around the latin quarter on the left bank and explored the book shops and atiques. Lots more fun and relaxed than trawling around the tourist traps.
We stumbled upon a lovely bookshop called Shakespeare and co that stocked english books.
Paying respects at Serg Gainsberg and Cioran's graves at montparnasse cemetry.
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