Wednesday, March 08, 2006

Round and 'round we go


Who doesn't love a carousel or merry-go-round? I took this photo in front of the Hôtel de Ville where even if it was freezing cold, children and their parents were waiting in line to ride the animals. I'm not sure that this carousel is very old, but no trip to Paris would be complete without a stroll by. If you'd like to see some very old merry-go-rounds, pay a visit to the Musée des Arts Forains where you can see all kinds of old amusement park attractions from the 19th century.

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18 comments:

  1. Michael SaloneMarch 8, 2006 at 1:33:00 AM GMT+1

    Wow Eric, after the b&w guys, this photo really cheers things up. I've had the opportunity to go through the Musée des Arts Forains and I highly recommend it.

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  2. buzzgirlMarch 8, 2006 at 1:41:00 AM GMT+1

    These are the most colorful, well kempt carousel horses I've ever seen. Really lovely. The ones in Golden Gate Park have definately seen better days!

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  3. ShannaMarch 8, 2006 at 1:58:00 AM GMT+1

    this is fantastic! the colors jsut pop out at you!! i haven't been commenting lately! sorry! i love ALL the photos you've posted lately

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  4. AnonymousMarch 8, 2006 at 2:00:00 AM GMT+1

    Colors and photography are great. How I'd love a ride!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 8, 2006 at 3:05:00 AM GMT+1

    Gorgeous and yes, evokes many a childhood memory of riding these at the fair.

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  6. heidiMarch 8, 2006 at 4:46:00 AM GMT+1

    Hi Eric,

    I like how you set this shot up-it's like the Mary Poppin's scene where they are all riding a merry-a-go-round horse. I can hear the tinny music and smell the cotton candy from here. Oh, and in the background-the screams fading in and out from the ferris wheel riders.

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  7. RodneyMarch 8, 2006 at 5:29:00 AM GMT+1

    Nice color!!! Eric, I actually took a shot of a carausel today as well, but it is not my post. Great shot!

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  8. midnitebaraMarch 8, 2006 at 9:46:00 AM GMT+1

    another beautiful shot. colorful but not so loud. I wonder how long it has been since I rode one, hope to visit Paris someday.

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  9. EricMarch 8, 2006 at 9:51:00 AM GMT+1

    > Michael. yes I love the Musée des Arts Forains too. I highly recommend it to people coming to Paris.

    > Buzzgirl. Yeah these horses were really beautiful that is why I took them. I do think this carousel is new though. That helps.

    > It's OK Pink Rocket, I forgive you! Plus, this comment is ver y nice...

    > Terri. OK, I'll send you a ticket!

    > Heidi. "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious..."

    > Rodney. Well show it to us some time.

    > Pcpod. Funny you mention it. The Passage Verdeau is where I live. Right behind the painter, on the left, is my entrance door.

    > Midnitebara. Actually I am sure there is one near you. How about a little ride today?!

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  10. Michael SaloneMarch 8, 2006 at 9:59:00 AM GMT+1

    Now the question is Eric, do you think the guys in the photo below are on their way to temple or to ride the horsies?

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  11. AnonymousMarch 8, 2006 at 1:24:00 PM GMT+1

    What a nice photo, Eric. It's kind of nostalgic. I mean, it stirrs up childhood memories :) Merci.

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  12. BobMarch 8, 2006 at 1:35:00 PM GMT+1

    I can hear the fairground music.

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  13. MathieuMarch 8, 2006 at 3:16:00 PM GMT+1

    Same thing Bob :)

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  14. JulienMarch 8, 2006 at 6:25:00 PM GMT+1

    Some days ago I was thinking of Montparnasse's carroussel (just in front of the train station) when they were disassembling the temporary outdoor ice rink. I am glad one of that kids pastime appears here.

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  15. Tomate FarcieMarch 8, 2006 at 7:18:00 PM GMT+1

    Michael: it's all that talk about Brokeback... eventually you know we had to see horses ! ;-)

    Now these guys have definitely received a fresh coat of paint since I was a kid! They do look superb.

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  16. AnonymousMarch 8, 2006 at 7:59:00 PM GMT+1

    I remember a carousel on Rue de Rivoli, but not exactly in front of the Hotel de Ville, but a little east. I wonder if that's this one.

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  17. Michael SaloneMarch 9, 2006 at 1:57:00 AM GMT+1

    Tomate...you beat me to it. Great observation.

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  18. AnonymousMarch 10, 2006 at 1:42:00 PM GMT+1

    My 3 year old daughter saw this photo on my computer screen and pointed and said, "horsie, horsie". I had to share that with you Eric. You have visitors that cannot even type yet.

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