This was my jam on our trip to Paris! I couldn't wait to visit Sorbonne and get into the Pantheon…read more As a social studies teacher, I do an entire unit on the Enlightenment period, my favorite period in history, pulling the population out of the darkness of superstition and traditions into the LIGHT of political theories and sciences. I couldn't wait to see my heroes Voltaire and Rousseau's final resting place as well as Victor Hugo and Marie Curie. We took a lengthy walk around the Sorbonne neighborhood..........absolutely beautiful! The entry fee for the Pantheon was 13.00 I think. Well worth the visit. The first floor is devoted to epic artwork and amazing statues. Descend into the catacombs to visit the internment of France's most influential thinkers and revolutionary heroes. Honestly, it was a pretty emotional experience for me. This was a 10 star event that should not be missed on any trip to Paris. I could do this 100 times and love every minute.

This beautiful cathedral is a UNESCO world heritage site. It was built in 1145- 1194. It's…read moreconsidered French Gothic art. It has 12th- and 13th-century stain-glass windows. The cathedral was an important destination of pilgrimage dedicated to the Virgin Mary. There are beautiful restaurants close by.

Great cathedral in France. This cathedral can be seen over the city because it located in the…read morehighest ground at that area. We can spot the cathedral far away off the the highway to enter the city. It is about 5 miles away. This cathedral is UNESCO world heritage site. It was built at begin of 11 century. This church has significant collection that pilgrims gather. Many come to see the tunic worn by Virgin Mary at Christ Birth. The church is beautiful especially at Choir wall. It has beautiful wall sculpture. Also the end of wall is half circle. This church was not damaged during world war. As a result, it still keep it original stain glass windows. The color reflecting the sunlight is nice. At night time, the church is one of most important Chartres Light Celebration. The entire front and side of church is lid up. The center of the church has a circle symbol of Labyrinth. It is a symbol long winding path towards salvation.