Sammas
Well-known member
I love France. I am deeply jealous. Do try and learn a little French. At least the basics. A little goes a long way... the key is sincerity. Genuinely smile, be polite... even if you can only muster a stumbled "Bonjour, parlay vou anglais?".
When in Paris... head to Rue Mouffetard and eat like a Parisian. It's a street market with the most divine food. Grab some bread, a bottle of red, some cheese at least. Dried sausage, sundried tomatoes... they know how to eat.
Piere Lachais cemetery also has some very famous people buried in it. It's antiquity is also eeriely beautiful/bordering on haunting depending which time of year you go.
Along with it's centuries of history, the 20th century scarred France with war. There are some very moving, and very saddening sights. Towards the north is mostly from WW1. The most stunning country side littered patches of regimented gravestones, perfectly kept and respected. I've never been to a place like it... I was there in early spring, I have a great great uncle buried there. Clear blue sky, crisp morning air, a light mist through the trees, birds chirping... Possibly the most peaceful place on Earth.
Some pic's I snapped when I was there
As far as train tickets go... look into a Eurail pass. It might be handy.
...and as far as heading to the UK. Let me know if you are in London and keen for a drink. I'm 25, originally from Sydney but have been here for about 18months. There is a lot of see in London, and a very large alternative lifestyle based on street art and great music. Head east if you get the chance.
When in Paris... head to Rue Mouffetard and eat like a Parisian. It's a street market with the most divine food. Grab some bread, a bottle of red, some cheese at least. Dried sausage, sundried tomatoes... they know how to eat.
Piere Lachais cemetery also has some very famous people buried in it. It's antiquity is also eeriely beautiful/bordering on haunting depending which time of year you go.
Along with it's centuries of history, the 20th century scarred France with war. There are some very moving, and very saddening sights. Towards the north is mostly from WW1. The most stunning country side littered patches of regimented gravestones, perfectly kept and respected. I've never been to a place like it... I was there in early spring, I have a great great uncle buried there. Clear blue sky, crisp morning air, a light mist through the trees, birds chirping... Possibly the most peaceful place on Earth.
Some pic's I snapped when I was there
As far as train tickets go... look into a Eurail pass. It might be handy.
...and as far as heading to the UK. Let me know if you are in London and keen for a drink. I'm 25, originally from Sydney but have been here for about 18months. There is a lot of see in London, and a very large alternative lifestyle based on street art and great music. Head east if you get the chance.