Museum of Architecture Part 1

Trocadéro is a well known stop for pictures of the Eiffel Tower, and as many times as I've been, I had never gone inside the Museum of Architecture, known as the Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, until yesterday. With so many wonderful museums here, it's a challenge to see them all; like chateaux, each one is unique and depending on your interests and tastes, some will appeal more than others. For those who don't have the time or desire to visit all the historical sights in France, this museum offers models of most of the most famous.

 A close up of archway.

 Even though the replicas are not life size, they are impressive.

 Scenes were sculpted into the architecture.

 A bit of the detail in close up.

 Imagine having to decide which designs you want!

 Clever look outs :)

 A close up of the same piece.

 Models done in different formats with different materials.

 Look familiar? Notre Dame in Paris:)

 I've never been to Chartres, and had no desire to go until I saw the replica of the Cathedral.

 He looks like he's holding his nose :)

 Murals are also recreated showing what was inside some of the buildings.

 A staircase can be very elaborate.

More in my next post, including the upper floor modern section with views of the Eiffel Tower:)