Paris 3

Notre Dame - not the home of the Fighting Irish - the original. I thought Nena and Armida would appreciate these pics. I must admit it is pretty awe inspiring to actually be there. It does seem like a special place (Catholic or not). Like many of the standout buildings here, the architecture, and detail of craftsmanship is incredible. The massiveness of the structure is pretty daunting. Then you start thinking of all the important events that have taken place here and the people who have been here and participated in those events and the uniqueness of this cathedral stands out above most others.


The vaulted ceilings of the cathedrals are always an eye-catcher for me.The symmetry of the design is something that I really admire. The pic below is just the center of the cathedral. There is a large area similar looking to this one on each side of it.


We happen to be there for an early evening service. The proceedings are interesting to watch. The rising of the smoke as the service continued reminded me of the verse about the prayers of the saints rising in the smoke of the incense with a pleasing odor toward God.





This is one of side aisles below. Denise was walking and so is slightly blurred.


Religious or not, Catholic or not, Notre Dame is well worth your time and effort to visit.

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