Getting Acclimated
Trip Start
Jul 28, 2008
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Trip End
Aug 30, 2008
Paris,
France
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Lauren at the airport
and had to say goodbye to my parents
Lauren and mom at the airport
I am staying at Cite Universitaire which is a giant complex of buildings that house students according to nationality.
My Room!
Its a pretty cool community and even though I don't really know anyone yet, I like the energy around here.
My building
my pretty windows that i love :)
I have been going to orientation here where I learn how to not get pickpocketed and other such things. The people that I am working with have been really friendly and I love being in Paris.
Today, I went up to the top of centre pompidou where i saw a beautiful view of the city and I took a walk through the center of most of the city.
Centre Pompidou
Today, I wenr up to the top of centre pompidou where I saw a beautiful view of the city...
My first view of the Eiffel Tower!
and took a walk through it!
We had orientation in the 3rd arrondissement and i walked from there, across the Siene and Pont Neuf, by Notre Dame and Saint Chappelle, through the Luxumbourg gardens, and finally back to my room where I nursed my poor feet.
Paris plages!!!
Notre Dame de Paris
I would have written sooner, but wireless has been in and out and finally I have it back!
Overall, I'm tired and trying to get over the jetlag, warm from the lack of air conditioning, and thoroughly enjoying the culture.
Comments
beautiful scenery
I love your pictures. It is great to see Paris through your eyes!! Love you and stay safe
Wow what views
The city looks so beautiful. I am so glad that you are having a good time! Please be careful and stay safe!
Holy cow... as in a swiss cheese bovine.
I'm so excited for you it's unbelievable. I love the photos! I hope you have an absolutely marvelous time (like there's any doubt of that), and I can't wait to read your next entry!