Paris, France, Summer 2026 → Recent and modern Batignole buildings. It used to be a place for trains assembly, now full of parks and housing facilities. Very modern and diversified. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → Can a stair be a masterpiece? Oh yes. Not only is it beautiful, but it is an enjoyable experience to use. Dimensions feel just right, even if today’s people are taller than back then. Jacquemart-André Museum. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → I took this photo while walking toward Les Invalides. It was so hot 🥵. We could barely see any tourists on the streets, except in the parks, under the trees. This heatwave is called an historic one. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → And this is how today’s photo journey ends, with a view of an enlightened window. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → This is the second carousel I stumbled across since arriving in Paris. I love these as they represent artifacts of the old Paris. I wonder how many of these are still operating today. I wish I could share an audio clip, too, so you could hear the circus-type music. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → Small walk in the neighborhood in the morning. How long before these newspaper stands disappear from the urban landscape in Paris and elsewhere, thanks to the Internet? Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → I came across this building entrance, which is a few blocks away from the place where we stay. What a wonderful piece of architecture. I love these so much. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → People contemplating one of many Calder’s art pieces. The AC was so cold in the museum, this couple had a blanket, which helped make this photo a bit strange. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → This is how the day went. Exhausted because of the heat, but satisfied by the places we visited. Follow the trail.

Paris, France, Summer 2026 → After a surreal stay downtown Paris for the music festival, We are back to our room after a 90 min ordeal in Paris’ public transportation system (too crowded, too hot, many service interruptions). Good to be back at our place. I love those enlightened windows late at night. Follow the trail.