Post 7: Paris!

This past weekend was amazing. I never thought I would be spending time in Paris, going to the Louvre and going to the top of the Eiffel Tower!

The first night we arrived in time for dinner so we checked into our hotel and almost immediately went out to see the Eiffel Tower lit up against the night sky. It was absolutely beautiful. We found the perfect viewing spot then waited about 20 minutes to see it sparkle, as it does every hour on the hour when it's dark.

Afterwards we went to a quaint little restaurant down the street and indulged in DELICIOUS Parisian food. I must say, it was quite the nice change from England, haha.




On Saturday, we got up early to go on a bus tour. Our tour guide was very friendly and informative, I learned a lot. We got off the bus at the Eiffel Tower for a while to take pictures and buy little souvenirs. We passed the Arc Du Triumphe, the Lock Bridge, as well as many famous statues and fountains. The bus dropped us off at the Louvre, where we were given entry tickets and maps. Among many other beautiful works of art, I saw the Mona Lisa! Even writing it now, it seems unreal.



After we left the Louvre, Jenna suggested we go to Sacre-Coeur, the highest point in Paris, located on the hill of Montmartr. This was the most amazing and surreal experience I've ever had. We climbed hundreds of steps to reach the top where an ancient Basilica stands. Looking down, you could see almost all of Paris. There were hundreds of people everywhere, speaking all different languages, all enjoying the beautiful weather and the beautiful view. I felt truly at peace and extraordinarily lucky to be there.



On Sunday, we took the ride up the Eiffel Tower all the way to the top! It was snowing and bitterly cold, especially with the wind whipping around us, but it was worth it. You could see absolutely EVERYTHING. It was like being on top of the world.


I am so incredibly thankful to have had this opportunity. I will never forget it.