In an earlier post, I shared some photos of the Eiffel Tower itself (more in an architectural sense). But the more (obviously) interesting part about the visit was getting the bird’s eye view of the city of Paris from the top. It was a cloudy day with a hint of rains to come anytime. But we got lucky – it didn’t rain till we descended from the tower and were about to head over to Champs-Élysées. This way I could get some clear photos from above of the city some swear to be the most romantic…
A view from atop the Eiffel Tower of the Basilica of Sacre Coeur on the Montmartre (May 2014)
Les Invalides as seen from the Eiffel Tower (May 2014)
A metro crossing the Seine over the Pont d’Alma (May 2014)
The size of Paris become evident from the top of the Eiffel Tower – more than 2.3 million inhabitants over 105 sq km. (Source: Wikipedia) (May 2014)
The modern high-rises in the background somehow seemed out of place in such a historic city. (May 2014)
The Basilica of Sacre Coeur rising amidst the Montmartre district – as seen from the Eiffel Tower (May 2014)
Categories: Architecture, France, Travel
lovely images, I am headed to Paris for Christmas, any hints or tips?
Thank you, Janice! I took my Mum to Paris that time and we pretty much did the usual sights – the Basilica of Sacre Coeur, the cathedral of Notre Dame, the going up the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees… We wanted to check out the Eiffel Tower at night, when its lit up – you should really try that. I am sure it will be decked up for Christmas. And if its open around that time, I would recommend taking some time off to visit the palace of Versailles close by. I wish you a wonderful time in Paris – it’ll be beautiful around Christmas!!
Stunning panoramas Paritosh!!! We skipped the climb up and opted to keep the tower in the frame from atop the Tour Montparnasse instead.
Well, now you kinda know how it looks like from the top… 🙂 Glad that you like it. I have seen only half as much, spent only half the time as I would like to in Paris. I’ll take your tip next time I’m there.