Les Invalides

After we’d soaked in the atmosphere around the Eiffel Tower, we decided we were up for a little stroll back to our hotel. We were under no illusion that it wasn’t really a little walk, however it started by taking us through a very beautiful area, the avenue de la Bourdonnais, with wide streets, beautifully decorated boutiques and stunning apartments with views toward the Eiffel Tower. All glorious in the sunshine.

It was getting a little warm, so I suggested we stop for a drink. We chose a little bar, and realised it was at the back of Les Invalides, which is a war museum.

After a refreshing break we decided to take a closer look. We entered through the main gate, and walked around the main courtyard to the entrance of the museum. It is quite spectacular.

Not quite in the mood for a museum of war though, Brian exclaimed ‘let’s do it another time, and we can come back and see more of the museum’. We always say ‘You should leave something to come back for’.

Napoleon can wait.