Paris hosts the Rugby World Cup
Friday, September 07, 2007 Posted by Eric
As you may know, this year France (OK, and Scotland too!) is hosting the 2007 Rugby World Cup. And today (Friday) is the big day: not only will the opening take place, but also the first match; France is to
September 7, 2007 12:31:00 AM GMT+02:00
Eric! That is so very worth that long and arduous (20 minute) wait you put me through!
Another beautiful, beautiful photograph from Paris's friendlist inhabitant. Next to Amelie, of course. :)
September 7, 2007 12:39:00 AM GMT+02:00
Ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooh!!!
(I don't care about Rugby, but that shot... :-D)
September 7, 2007 12:40:00 AM GMT+02:00
I live near enough to see huge tour eiffel, but I couldn't see the lighting. I was in my house all day. A bit weird? Yes for me. Now it's midnight and I will just go out for seeing what I've seen in the livecam, 'Bon courage pour moi'
September 7, 2007 1:25:00 AM GMT+02:00
Bravo!
No matter how many times one sees it, sometimes you just can't beat a great shot of La Tour.
This one is fantastic!
September 7, 2007 1:45:00 AM GMT+02:00
What is it about the Eiffel Tower that makes you just want to stop and gaze - just perfect
September 7, 2007 3:09:00 AM GMT+02:00
Eric, thank you! I've been going nuts trying to figure out why the lighting was done up so different on the tower lately. I have the G***le plug in that shows me the tower and every night I saw the grand display. Merci for the info and the great pictures! We miss Paris and can't wait to get back.
September 7, 2007 4:34:00 AM GMT+02:00
My heart skipped a beat when I saw this. Yesterdays photo was divine, but this is the shot I was praying for. Your Eiffel Tower photos are always amazing as if the two of you are in sync and together you conspire to produce the best in photographer and subject. Thank you for sharing your marvelous, artistic and generous eye with us.
September 7, 2007 4:52:00 AM GMT+02:00
My night photos of the Eiffel Tower are the worst. Tried several shots of it from the top of the Arc and was disappointed. This however is breathtaking. Hope you can hear the applause from the Midwest USA!
September 7, 2007 6:11:00 AM GMT+02:00
Gorgeous photo of the Eiffel Tower!
September 7, 2007 6:14:00 AM GMT+02:00
Aaahhhh! I'm in awe!!!!
I fall in love with Paris over and over everytime I see the Eiffel Tower. How come it's so beuatiful, so magical and unique?!
It casts a spell on us...
September 7, 2007 6:22:00 AM GMT+02:00
This is the most glorious photograph I have ever seen taken of La Tour Eiffel at night!!! Well done Eric!! I will be cheering France on at noon tomorrow Los Angeles time (9pm Paris time) for a swift Victory!
P.S. Leheeon Yoo - Go outside immediately!! ;)
September 7, 2007 6:44:00 AM GMT+02:00
When one thinks about all of the architecture around the world and how much of it becomes "dated" over time, the Eiffel Tower continues to inspire, conjure up magical thoughts, and cause so many people to look up at her beauty. One can only be grateful that those during the period who did not want her built in their "backyard" were over-ruled. Oh, if Gustave Eiffel were only alive today to see what she has become!
Truly a beautiful shot Eric.
September 7, 2007 7:07:00 AM GMT+02:00
Very nice words Michael but maybe there is only one thing more beautiful and that is the French rugby team themselves, known as the Dieux du Stade. Ooh la la!
September 7, 2007 7:08:00 AM GMT+02:00
Oh yes I almost forgot - beautiful photographey Eric.
September 7, 2007 8:20:00 AM GMT+02:00
I didnt know that rugby is popular in France too:)
September 7, 2007 9:16:00 AM GMT+02:00
So so so beautiful! This photo fills my heart with joy.
Thank you so much - it's wonderful!
J'adore j'adore j'adore...
September 7, 2007 10:16:00 AM GMT+02:00
I'm not very interested in rugby but i shall say the winner of this world cup will be...... pubs of Paris!!!
You've made a beautiful shot. I was surprise to learn some time ago that you can take and sale pictures of the Eiffel Tower in the day but all night images belong to the town of Paris(in a matter of copyright for the lightings. something like that)
September 7, 2007 11:53:00 AM GMT+02:00
When I lived in Paris, after awhile I could walk by Notre Dame, for example, and not be awed. But every time I saw the Eiffel Tower it would take my breath away. That's how I knew I was in Paris. I really miss that feeling.
September 7, 2007 11:58:00 AM GMT+02:00
That would have looked good from the Montparnasse Tower too!
September 7, 2007 12:34:00 PM GMT+02:00
who will win? who? who? :-)
Beautiful shot!
September 7, 2007 3:34:00 PM GMT+02:00
This iron and steel lady never ceases to amaze. WOW, Eric, you captured her magnificently! What would Gustave Eiffel's critics say if they could see her now.
About Rugby, I'm in a quandary here. I got introduced to Rugby in Kiwi land, so I have a soft spot for the team that sports the silver fern. Pour qui voter? Oh la la.
Loraine
September 7, 2007 4:25:00 PM GMT+02:00
Indeed a lovely photo, even prettier than the normal lighting, which is beautiful. I'll try to remember to check in on the webcam at night.
Good luck to the French team. (I guess head butting in rugby would be no big deal...)
September 7, 2007 4:35:00 PM GMT+02:00
Well marie, those guys certainly aren't shy huh?
Oh Eric! What a fantastic shot! And of course France will completely smack Portugal down. No doubt!
September 7, 2007 4:37:00 PM GMT+02:00
Argentina, sorry. Not really sure why I was thinking Portugal. Might have seen something on the place earlier and my still sleepy mind decided to swap them though they are nowhere near one another!
September 7, 2007 7:25:00 PM GMT+02:00
Speaking of beautiful photographs: Eric, did you ever connect with "Paris Set Me Free"?
September 7, 2007 7:41:00 PM GMT+02:00
superbe photo de la Tour Eiffel, les couleurs lui vont très bien !
September 7, 2007 7:43:00 PM GMT+02:00
Nice photo, Eric. But haven't you broken copyright law by taking a pic of the Eiffel Tower at night and posting in on your web site, which could arguably be considered a commercial site? (Don't worry, I won't forward to the authorities.)
September 7, 2007 7:57:00 PM GMT+02:00
Magnifique, Eric! You are so talented. Wish I could have this for my desktop. Thank you.
September 7, 2007 10:37:00 PM GMT+02:00
Ohhhhh....Mon Dieu!!!! Superbe!! What spectacular colors...and a perfect shot from a great location. If only I was walking up the rue St. Dominique towards the Champ de Mars that night!! I really could use a Paris fix right now...sighhhh!!
September 7, 2007 10:47:00 PM GMT+02:00
May I suppose these lights are 'un hommage' to Brazil national day? Merci, les français!
September 7, 2007 11:41:00 PM GMT+02:00
Well, happy national day, Monica, Luiz Fernandos, and everyone else from beautiful Brazil. In the Grito do Ipiranga, "By my blood, by my honor, and by God".
And to everyone else, have a wonderful weekend.
Loraine
September 8, 2007 12:29:00 AM GMT+02:00
Thank you all. Actually I'm glad you liked it because it was really hard to take.
Yes Luggi - and others who've mentioned copyright laws on the Eiffel Tower - I surely don't have the right to post this photo but, honestly, I don't think my blog can be considered as a commercial site...
Anyway, too late, it's posted!
Believe me, this is not too much of a concern right know. I'm much more cross that we just lost against Argentina ;-(
September 8, 2007 1:26:00 AM GMT+02:00
Loraine, thank you very much!
We are celebrating Independence Day today and it's amazing that you mentioned the Grito do Ipiranga!
Thanks a lot, that was very sweet of you!!
September 8, 2007 1:28:00 AM GMT+02:00
I don't think it's a commercial site either, Eric. A labor of lover for sure!
September 8, 2007 1:31:00 AM GMT+02:00
Wow! The Eiffel Tower looks so awesome all lit up like that! I wish I could be there right now :)
September 8, 2007 8:02:00 AM GMT+02:00
Sorry about the loss to Argentina last night. I'll have to find out what happens next. Does France play more matches or not?
In the meantime, be sure to see Monica's little video of the Eiffel Tower sparkling. It's really nice!
September 9, 2007 1:44:00 PM GMT+02:00
Lovely photo. Such an interesting blog. I've enjoyed looking and browsing.
September 9, 2007 3:00:00 PM GMT+02:00
Beautiful. Love the colors.
September 9, 2007 5:01:00 PM GMT+02:00
Thank you for the web cam link. I haven't had it, is some time.
Mari-Nanci
USA
September 9, 2007 7:47:00 PM GMT+02:00
J'ai loupé la Tour Eiffel à la télé ce soir là...
Je me rattrape maintenant!! ^_^
La photo est vraiment GENIALE.
September 9, 2007 11:51:00 PM GMT+02:00
Allez les bleus!!!
Superbe photo - j'ignorais que la Tour Effeil s'habillait de couleurs de circonstance. Son voisin d'Amérique, l"Empire State Building, en fait autant. C'est même noté dans le journal, ce que les couleurs sont sensées commémorer.
September 10, 2007 7:23:00 PM GMT+02:00
Magnifique !!!
September 13, 2007 5:19:00 PM GMT+02:00
Was it a delibearte snub to say "Ok, and Scotland too!"? Wales exists dammit! Great photo though...
September 15, 2007 6:51:00 PM GMT+02:00
By the way, be sure to check out Soosha's blog. She's trying to save up for a trip to Paris.
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