Back to my dear bridges!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 Publié par Eric Tenin
That's it, after a - very - long weekend near Nîmes in the South of France, I'm back to my dear old Paris. The weather may not be as nice and the air quality may not be as good, I always enjoy going back home ;-) This is Le Pont Marie, a bridge that goes from the right bank to the Saint Louis Island, it was built by Mr Marie (Christophe was his first name) and it's one of the oldest bridges in Paris (it was built between 1614 and 1635). I think the slogan "built to last" could apply to this work of art LOL!
August 31, 2011 12:31:00 AM GMT+02:00
Thank you, Eric. Pont Marie brings back very fond memories of my first visit to Paris.
August 31, 2011 2:46:00 AM GMT+02:00
People I know - but will in future deny knowing! - refuse to believe that there are islands in the Seine. They did not realise they were on bridges, instead thinking it to be simply roadway. I shall buy them spectacles.
August 31, 2011 3:37:00 AM GMT+02:00
I love this old bridge and have walked over it many times on my way to a favourite restaurant on ile St Louis. The angle is lovely!
August 31, 2011 4:53:00 AM GMT+02:00
Love this photo - thanks, Eric.
August 31, 2011 4:55:00 AM GMT+02:00
One of my fave Paris bridges too. I agree: No matter what lovely place you've just visited, it's always nice to come home—especially if home is Paris!!
August 31, 2011 5:25:00 AM GMT+02:00
I LIKE YOUR BLOG CHECK MINE OUT!
August 31, 2011 7:34:00 AM GMT+02:00
OMG WHAT A SHOT.
August 31, 2011 2:12:00 PM GMT+02:00
Evidently the niches between the arches have never been filled.
I think a nice little bust of Eric would fit rather nicely in one of them.
Has someone been playing super size Monopoly here?
August 31, 2011 3:41:00 PM GMT+02:00
'Tis absolutely gorgeous. I love the lighting and the framing and the glorious angles. Just beautiful. I will walk over this someday and think of this photo, Eric. Thank you.
August 31, 2011 9:54:00 PM GMT+02:00
I just read a quote which echoes your thoughts beautifully: Paris is not a city; Paris is a world. It was said by King Francois I. No wonder you are endlessly enthralled and love to return. Thank you for bringing us along on your journey through your world! : )
August 31, 2011 10:49:00 PM GMT+02:00
@Drummond "I think a nice little bust of Eric would fit rather nicely in one of them." LOOOOOL I like this idea ;-)
@Carrie "Paris is not a city; Paris is a world." Nice, I like that too ;-) And did not know this quote.
September 1, 2011 12:01:00 AM GMT+02:00
Great photo. It is true that the architecture in France seems to last forever. I like the slogan "built to last" seems very appropriate.
September 1, 2011 4:06:00 AM GMT+02:00
I love this bridge and love your view of it Eric!
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September 4, 2011 11:25:00 PM GMT+02:00
I adore the bridges of Paris, it is one of the many things that defines the city in such a unique way. Thank you for your beautiful images of my favourite city.
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