Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Musée Guimet - Closed due to ??

I planned on going to the Musée Guimet today. Actually, I intended to go this past weekend, however, it was closed due to a security issue. It was to have re-opened by now but the website still says it is closed. This time it states that there were injuries and a review is taking place. Not sure what happened.

Not one to complain, I instead went to the Musée d'Orsay. Without question, the d'Orsay is the most beautiful train station I have ever visited. Remove all of the displayed artwork and the interior is still fascinating. Return the statues and you have a feast for the eyes. This is definitely a place I will visit whenever I return to Paris . I particular love the layout and how small exhibit areas are neatly tucked away in such a seemingly open space. I felt like clapping with gee when I came across the miniature cityscape displayed by way of a glass ceiling/floor. I am possibly disappointed in that I did not bring my camera. Without the camera I focus solely on the moment; with the camera I take a near endless supply of crappy pictures that will assist me in remembering what I saw.

After d'Orsay, I started wandering back to the apartment and came upon the Musée Rodin. After a few minutes of thought, I decided to enter. I should remind myself more often that I do occasionally make the right decision. Here is my evidence. The Rodin museum is a perfect combination of garden and art. Just enough art to enhance gods' glorious roses; benches discreetly placed to allow peaceful reflection on the creations of nature and man. If you wish to skip the small art collection in the building and just visit the gardens, you can purchase a ticket for the garden for €1. I am going to try and get back to the garden, this time with my camera.

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