Thursday, November 11, 2010

Place Dauphine....





....the guide book tells me that Place Dauphine was laid out in 1607 by Henri IV & named after the Dauphin, the future Louis XII & is popular with petanque (boules) players.
What the guide book didn't say, is that when you enter this little square (place) you feel as though you have been transported back in time....it is such a magical part of Paris!!
I'm loving the cooler weather, it is keeping all the tourist away....(which make it so much easier to take photos)....today was lovely, no rain but there was a very cool breeze!!
Do you like the cat I found peaking out the window at Place Dauphine....I love his little whiskers, he has so much character....tres cute!!

12 comments:

Catherine said...

What a wonderful spot in Paris. I love looking at the architecture of those building.
YES... That kitty is very cute!

Irene said...

Beautiful pictures, Linda. I'm enjoying your holiday with you! How did you manage to find the place so empty?

Linda Carswell said...

Irene,
Luckily this time of the year there doesn't seen to be too many tourists about....as for the locals, well they probably had more common sence than to come out in the cold...lol!
So pleased you are enjoying my photos....I'm having a fabulous time!!
Linda x

rosanna said...

Oh so nice ! I've never been there ! must add it to the to do list. Minihugs Rosanna
PS I'm not going to show Kitty to Matteo, he loves cats and wants one. Better keep him secret

Terri said...

I haven't seen this part of Paris! I can see what you mean though about how magical it is. So glad you get to be there and so thrilled you are having a fabulous time.
Hugs,
Terri

chateaudelille said...

Looks stunning. Im loving this tour.Fiona

Deniz said...

I love that there are no cars around that triangle!

Your photos are absolutely amazing - your blog is the prettiest one I've seen - and I'm not particularly a francophile!

Thank you!

Lancerika said...

Truly lovely place...
you are the luckiest girl{sighs}
now,j'adore that very *frenchy*
kitty face...
Erika

Anonymous said...

The cat is simply amazing, so lovely!
I agree with Irene, see your pictures is like to stay with you in your trip!
Thanks, Babi

Bambi said...

Who needs a tourist brochure Linda when we have you! love 'paws through the window'! Terryx

Gypsy Purple said...

Lovely post!

Tatieva art said...

Je suis l'dauphin d'la place Dauphine
Et la place Blanche à mauvaise mine
Les camions sont pleins de lait
Les balayeurs sont pleins d'balais


Refrain
Il est cinq heures
Paris s'éveille
Paris s'éveille
Jacques Dutronc

Love, love, love Paris !
Merci pour ce joli billet...