SUNDAY IN THE PARK—LUXEMBOURG GARDEN THAT IS AND AN EVENING AT THE TROCADERO

It's our last day in Paris and we wanted to do a couple more things before we have to say good-bye to this beautiful city. We've been to Luxemboug Garden before but not on this trip.

Our metro station is one of the few left with the antique Metropolitain sign.

Not to be missed are the beautiful flowers right next to the metro. We passed the stately Saint Sulpice church on our way to the park.

It is the second largest church in Paris. Second only to Notre-Dame.

Lots of people had the same idea we did.

The park is over flowing with tennis players,

card players,

pony riders,

little sailors

and plenty of others enjoying a perfect afternoon in the sunshine.

Luxembourg Palace is located within the park. Marie de Medici, the widow of Henry IV had the palace built in 1611. The garden today is owned by the French Senate, which meets in the Palace.

This just happens to be a perfect place for a crepe, lemon for me and carmel for Tom.

Even the bees knew it was a good idea. It was a lovely time in a lovely park.

For our last evening in Paris, we decided to go for the gusto! Watching the fountains at the Trocadero and the Eiffel Tower light up the sky. We hopped on the Metro one last time and set out for the Trocadero and the ideal tower watching spot.

Beginning at dusk and every hour on the hour the tower appears to be golden and burst into effervescent sparkles for five minutes.

It captivates every tourist and local within eyesight. It's a wonder to behold and a must see nighttime attraction in Paris. IT WAS THE PERFECT ENDING TO OUR TRIP!