Peter's Paris

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Peter's Paris
Peter Olson is a retired Swede, living in Paris since 1974.
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  • Notre Dame ... objective 2024 3 years ago The confinement period of course meant some interruption of the reconstruction work of the Notre Dame Cathedral, but it has now been resumed for a couple of weeks. The objective to have it pretty much finished in 2024 has been confirmed, as well as the basic idea to bring it all more or less back...
  • Heureusement... 3 years ago « Heureusement que vous étiez là » - Fortunately you were there. This is what you could read on the Eiffel Tower last night. A tribute was given by the City of Paris to everybody who has participated in making the confinement period successful. This Sunday was the last day before a period of...
  • Confinement 3 years ago I have been quite lazy when it comes to posting lately… I have had of course a real excuse for a couple of weeks. I have been very careful about following the confinement rules, have hardly left my flat (my little garden has been of great help…). Even the River seems to follow the confinement...
  • Capitals 4 years ago I visited the Saint-Germain-des-Prés church again (see previous posts here and here). The restoration works are almost finished. For some reason, this time I was especially struck by the capitals of the pillars. The carved capitals are all different and many of them have very medieval types of...
  • Azulejos... 4 years ago There is a new entrance to the Champs-Elysées-Clemenceau metro station. I have used the station for years… never thought about how the walls are decorated, but using the corridor leading to the new entrance (or exit), I was struck by the wall decoration (see top picture)… … and when looking...

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Website Reviews » There are 35 reviews on Peter's Paris

Paola Masi
15:31 PM November 19, 2012

Great blog! I love it! Wonderful photos, explanations, information, details. Very rich and complete. Many many interesting topics: architecture, arts, music, history, nature, society and so on. It's a daily pleasure reading it.

Maria
15:35 PM November 19, 2012

I found Peter´s blog very interesting because he shows us great pictures with good texts. Paris is very beatiful if you it see with the Peter´s eyes.

David Arntfield
15:58 PM November 19, 2012

The postings to this blog are frequent and interesting. Some postings deal with the well known while others deal with more unfamiliar aspects of Paris with which only a long time resident and lover of Paris would be acquainted. Well written and researched always.

Therese
16:09 PM November 19, 2012

I have been following this blog for ever... :-) Fun and discoveries from a to z...

Claudia Wermelinger
16:43 PM November 19, 2012

Peter's Paris blog is always interesting. Thorough research, lovely photos, great personality. My favourite Paris blog.

Mkfaruk
17:47 PM November 19, 2012

The most attractive things of Peter's blog is his great combination of text & photos. Every time I read, it seems I am also travelling with peter & enjoying those beauties of Paris with my eyes.

Soozzie
18:13 PM November 19, 2012

I've been reading for quite some time. It often brings tears to my eyes as I recall places I have been, or sights I want to see. Merci, Peter!

Lorraine S.
19:20 PM November 19, 2012

I've been following book blogs for the last few months and wanting to send Peter an e-mail. I couldn't find the words! It is an unbelievably beautiful and thoughtful blog. I lived in Germany (USArmy) and traveled to Paris at every opportunity. I'm an out and out Francophile and Peter's blog starts my day on a happy note.

Starman1695
20:54 PM November 19, 2012

Peter's blog is the best blog about Paris I've seen! His photos and commentary are unequaled!

Stephan
21:35 PM November 19, 2012

Peter's Paris is exceptional. His photographs coupled with the most interesting text and history make this blog one of my favorites. My trip to Paris is always rejuvenated in my mind when I experience his creativity in bringing "The City of Light" to life.

Veronique Savoye
01:17 AM November 20, 2012

Dear Peter. Your blog is one of the best out there. Your posts are always thoroughly researched, and illustrated with beautiful photos and useful maps. You take us to areas of Paris that most visitors have never heard about. Finally, you give an unbiased view of these neighborhoods you love or discover along the way, staying away from clichés. Well done. Bonne chance! Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

Tom Lynch
01:38 AM November 20, 2012

Great sites, great topics, great pictures, clear and thoughtful descriptions.

Claude
08:50 AM November 20, 2012

En tant que Parisienne de naissance, de coeur et d'âme et étant une expat moi-même, , je me régale à aller sur le blog de Peter pour me remémorer mon enfance et ma jeunesse et aussi pour m'instruire et découvrir les coins de ma ville que je connais point.

Richard Ewen
15:33 PM November 20, 2012

Always interesting with a good history of the subject accompanied by many photographs giving the viewer a better understanding and knowledge of the City of Light.

Synne
18:11 PM November 20, 2012

An inspiring oasis!

Indrani
04:26 AM November 21, 2012

Excellent pics always, takes me back to the beautiful sights I have seen there.

Anna
12:41 PM November 22, 2012

I enjoy exploring Paris through Peter's eyes very much, and I've used his walks and introductions to areas as useful tips during my own visits. It helps to make a big beautiful city more approachable for a visitor who doesn't want to stick to the well-trodden tourist track. His photos are lovely on their own, but he adds so much more with the maps and commentary on art, history, culture etc. Tack snälla Peter!

Christine
17:13 PM November 22, 2012

This is the next best thing to staying in Paris. I have learnt so much about the City and I thought I knew it well!!! Peter's description brings the city alive.

Nadege Schoenfeld
19:23 PM November 22, 2012

Peter's blog is a delight! I learn so much from it and the gorgeous photos are amazing. He knows Paris so well and does a lot of research trying to enlighten us on different artists, architecture, history... "Peter's Paris" has been a favorite of mine for few years now and I am never disappointed.

Herodote75
03:04 AM November 24, 2012

1 blog plaisant et sans polémique sur le Paris qu'on aime!

Teresa Engebretsen
22:03 PM November 24, 2012

I love Peter's blog. He so makes me wish I were in Paris. I have used his blog many times for in-depth looks around Paris. Someday I hope to make his acquaintance! And thank you for not publishing negative comments. Who has time for that??

Owen
00:56 AM November 25, 2012

Peter's blog is one of the best I've come across, for he goes to extraordinary lengths to research and communicated details of Paris, and elsewhere, that we would have a hard time finding without his excellent assistance. And if you ever have the chance to meet Peter and walk with him through the streets of Paris, don't miss it, he is a great guide, and a great guy !

Stellan
11:42 AM November 28, 2012

Excellent guide with perfect comments giving you ideas for revisiting aereas in Paris you haven't visited for a certain time.

Chris
13:09 PM November 28, 2012

Want to explore Paris even more, after reading this blog. Love all the details!

Gerhard
15:12 PM November 28, 2012

Great and interesting blog! The only chance to vist Paris when there is no chance for travelling. It's a pleasure to follow Peter through Paris. Thanks a lot!

Cmnjr
20:30 PM November 28, 2012

consistently informative, interesting, fun, with great historical insights and wonderful pictures keeps me in touch until our yearly sojourn the archived posts are better than any book-reference Peter's off the main track asides are among the best i thoroughly envy Peter his avocation

M
12:55 PM November 29, 2012

Love Peter's blog. His photos are beautiful. The maps really help you to know where things are located and the history and information is fascinating and informative!

Sillygirl
14:48 PM November 29, 2012

Love all the information and photos on this blog. When I'm feeling down this is the blog I go to.

Annie Conley
00:16 AM November 30, 2012

A go-to blog for great descriptions of the places I hope to visit in Paris. Introduced in October, by Peter, to the Salpetriere! Excellent post.

Marilyn
00:42 AM November 30, 2012

Love your photos, the well developed history lessons, the charming spots you pick. thank you for the vacation i can take while just sitting with my machine and a cafe au lait. bravo. Hope your surgery goes well.

Harriet
02:01 AM December 02, 2012

I always look forward to seeing Peter's blog because he has great photos and does such wonderful research for each post. He is very generous to share his wealth of knowledge about Paris with us through his blog, and I say YES his blog has what it takes to win the Expats in France Award!

Richard Tugwell
18:32 PM December 03, 2012

Even in such a familiar city, there's always something new and worth marking for your next visit. Great insights from Peter. Thanks

Carolg
21:40 PM December 04, 2012

Excellent and informative with a unique point of view. BRAVO!

Nathalie
01:07 AM December 06, 2012

Peter has a great blog and he takes stunning pictures. I love how informative he is about Paris, it almost makes me feel as if I'm there too!

Caroline
18:55 PM December 06, 2012

I love that this blog, Peter's Paris, is not gimmicky, does not try to be sarcastic, nor is it cloyingly sweet or romantic, and most importantly it does not try to be a guide book to the city. It is a perfect glimpse of Paris, giving the reader a chance to explore the city without necessarily being there, it is objective with a human touch.

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