La Basilique du Sacré-Coeur de Montmartre

The Sacré Coeur should be on everyone's top 10 list for your trip to Paris. Not only is it a beautiful church, but the view of the city of Paris is breathtaking.

Sunday Church Series - Les colonnes

Saint Germain des Prés

Sunday Church Series - Église Saint Germain des Pres

Because I have visited many of Paris' churches over and over, each trip I try and find something new to photograph. This last trip in November, 2014, I was in and out of St. Germain des Pres several times as we stayed just a block away. My eye was drawn to the beautiful painted columns. I could be wrong, but I don't think I've seen columns like this in other churches. As one of Paris' oldest churches, this sacred space could stand some loving care, but I love the nicks and chipped paint. Reminds me of how long this church as stood and all that has happened inside these walls.

Sunday Church Series - Les Colonnes

There are so many beautiful churches in Paris to choose from. Although the larger, more well known ones are so well cared for and attract thousands of tourists, I'm drawn back again and again to the smaller churches, like one of Paris' oldest, Saint-Germain-des-Prés.  Last trip it was within walking distance from our flat so we stepped inside a time or two.  Whenever I revisit special places in Paris, I try and find new details that I might have missed before. This trip, the painted columns caught my eye. The wear and tear is quite visible, but I couldn't help but think how those knicks and cracks were caused over all those years.  Saint Germain de Pres should most definitely be on your list.

Sunday Church Series - Saint Germain des Près

 

One of the oldest ( or maybe THE oldest) churches in Paris, Saint Germain des Preès is remarkably good condition.  This last trip, I noticed these beautiful painted columns and the wear along the base.  To be expected for a church hundreds of years old.