Montpellier ma Belle
Montpellier - what a nice surprise! We had bypassed this remarkable city on previous trips to France, always on our our way to other places nearby.
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| l'Arc de Triomphe built in 17 C to honour King Louis 1V |
We credit our friend, Pat for getting up our interest in Montpellier, where she recently did a home-stay for a wonderful French cooking and language experience.
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Chateau d'Eau (above left) the water tower that connects the city's old aqueduct.
Wild and crazy architecture of the day (right) by Place de la Comédie.
We stayed two nights at La Merci, a Chambre d'Hôtes that we highly recommend, just steps away from the old city where we walked and walked, and I clicked and clicked away with my camera - day and night.
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Caroline's garden at La Merci where we breakfasted and enjoyed our evenings' glass of wine. |
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| Our room with the open shutters in the restored 18th Century building |
We thought that "down the hall" was an interesting way of describing the location of the WC and shower. Now that would be 8 steps down, 8 up, eight back down, and 8 back up again. Always be prepared for lots of stairs in the old world.
Lost in translation? folie douce: tender madness, sweet madness or is that sympathetic madness ... ?
I finally found the perfect sign for the Gemini guy who is never really alone, and who is sometimes deep in reflection. Uh, reverse that thought. |
| What goes on behind this closed door? |
Like all old world cities, Montpellier must be seen at night. Our after-dinner strolls were magical.
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| Cathédral Saint-Pierre |
Thank you, Pat for turning us on to Montpellier.
Now those pictures are stunning. What a beautiful town. The architecture is amazing. Keep sending the good stuff!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos Gary, looks, and sounds, like you are having an amazing trip. Joanne you look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful to receive comments and a delight to share our travels with our friends and family.
ReplyDeleteAs for photography, well, one of my passions, for sure. As Sabine, and many other photographers know, wonderful new and different environments inspire and bring out the best in us, at least, the best potentials. Onward, forward, and there will be more "keepers" before we're done over here.
Your beautiful photos brought back memories.. it is charming with lots of character, the architecture especially.. so glad you made it there.. you are both looking so good..
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