Paris - Day 4

It's hard to believe it's only been 4 Days already. We've been going to bed fairly late and waking up even later. I'm starting to feel more Parisian everyday :). The cafes here are amazing. People linger outside on the street, talk, drink, smoke. Just socialize. It's interesting from a North American perspective.

Today, on advice from Laura, we decided to take it easier. We kept our walking to a minimal and went on a ride in the Metro. Our goal, to see the Effiel Tower. Now I'm not one to give you a history lesson, but from what everyone knows, the Effiel Tower was not loved by the Parisians when it was first built. They HATED it. Walking under the structure you are just awed, granted be warned that the gypsies are everywhere there asking if you "Speak English" and then hold out a card for you to read saying "we are new to this country, just arrived, we haven't eaten, could you spare some money" HA! and they look so healthy to me!

Anyways, when entering the Tower, you have the option of buying a ticket which observation deck you wish to go to. Prices vary depending on which one of course. I opted out for the 2nd level as I'm not a great person with heights. Also with this option you can choose to walk up the stairs (why?) or take the lift. The lift itself is a double decker lift and you are pilled in there like sardines. We made our way up to the second left and took some amazing photos (see flickr)

We then made our way down to the first level and ate at the cafe there, and looked at the lovely tacky souvernirs. Instead of taking the lift down back to the main floor, we decided to walk down the stairs. I marvelled at the people making their way up. Some looked liked they were regretting it from the get go, and others were just enjoying it. Ahh Paris!!!

Tonight will be a quiet night out, maybe a cafe with some pasteries or not. We shall see.

Tomorrow will be another fun filled day!