Montmartre, Paris - The view from the hill

This hill known to be the best place to see Paris, besides the view from Eiffel Tower. Today is still place for artist to gather that one time was a place for art studios who belonged to Salvador Dalí, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gogh.

In the top of the hill we can see the Basilica of the Sacre Coeur with is many steps to reach her, is the highest place in Paris.

Monmatre is also Nightclub District, young people use this place to enjoy all mystique of the town, even in the winter people gather outside, with the coffee shops putting their heaters outside so people can enjoy the streets. 

Seine River , Paris – Romance in the city of lights

 This river has 37 bridges just in Paris, so you can enjoy the entire mystique across the city. 

A great way to take advantage of the river is to book a mini cruise, I recommend the one at night that includes dinner and 2 hours on the ship. It a great way to see the city at night, with all the lights. The prices start at 50$.

One of the most famous bridges is Pont de l'Archevêché, lovers place their padlocks as a symbol of their union. Unfortunately the grids with the padlock will be removed soon because the bridge doesn’t support all that weight.

France, the capital, Normandie and Bretagne

A trip to the north of France finding the wonders from the capital, the palaces, even the one from Disney.

Next we went to Normandy, place of the Allied Army Disembark, we find the museum of Caen, with documents and objects so we can never forget the bravery of those man’s in the WW II.

In the end of our journey we went to Bretagne, where we can find the famous oysters. We also visit one of the most mystique fortresses in the world.

It’s all waiting for you in the next post, so stay tuned!

Cuba, the farewell

We conclude our journey to Cuba, from the valleys, colorful cities and warm rhythms. In our last days, we have been privilege to watch a live performance from the iconic band Buena Vista Social Club. A band know from is leader the late Compay Segundo.

More trips to come…

Havana, Cuba

Old Havana in the heat of the city, holds a beauty between Baroque and neoclassic style. With many building restored, Old Havana transport us to the colonial times. Catedral de San Cristóbal is the highlight of the Plaza Vieja, built with coral rock, you can still see marine fossil in the walls, a must see.

Plaza de la Revolución is the place of large gatherings with speeches from Fidel Castro to commemorations of Workers’ Day. In the center of the square we find a Jose Martí Memorial.  In the opposite side we can see the building of Ministry of Interior with the famous saying “Hasta la Victoria Siempre” and the face of legendary Che Guevara.

We can also find the National Capitol, similar to the Capitol in Washigton DC, but is only similar in the exterior. Is a neoclassical bealding with inspirations in the Panthéon in Paris.

For the original taste of the famous drinks from Cuba, you must go to Bodeguita del Medio, for the Mojitos, a place where Ernest Hemingway was a frequent client. For the daiquiris go to Floridita, an upscale bar famous for this special drink.