Paris - To Do 30July25 (Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, Le Bon Marche, Musée d'Orsay)

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Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
Opens daily form 745am.

*The first attendees for the first mass in the morning at 8am.

The Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Paris is famous as the site where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Saint Catherine Labouré in 1830, giving her the design for the Miraculous Medal, a devotional item worn by millions of Catholics worldwide.

Reasons to visit this particular Church whilst in Paris.

Marian Apparitions – Saint Catherine Labouré is known for receiving Marian apparitions in 1830 that led to the creation of the Miraculous Medal. She lived a humble life of service, caring for the sick while remaining anonymous, and is revered for her faith and humility.

Pilgrimage Site – It's one of the most visited Marian shrines in Paris, drawing pilgrims seeking healing and spiritual grace.

*Saint Catherine Laboure*

Saint’s Incorrupt Body – Saint Catherine’s body lies beneath the altar, reportedly incorrupt, which many see as a sign of sanctity.

*Mass which last about 30mins and after which mass blessings of Medals or other personal belongings.*

*Getting your Miraculous Medals blessed. The Miraculous Medal is a Catholic devotional medal believed to bring graces, protection, and conversions to those who wear it with faith.*

ABBATip:
- Shops opens at 9am only. So if you'd like your charms to be blessed, attend the service after purchase which was at 1030am, after communion. Each service is about 30mins. 
There's service daily and it is a pilgrimage for many Catholics. The exterior is unassuming between the link bridge for the fancy Le Bon Marche. It quite obvious at doors open due to the long queue of people. 

*These are the more fancy which are available only at the counter. However the miraculous medals start as low as €0.50 and the pretty decent sized sized ones around €4.0 each. There's something within anyone's budget.*

The interior is absolutely beautiful but it may not be as fancy as some of the other Churches but has it own unique charm and history which makes this a must visit especially for Catholics. 
You maybe interested in some of these other Churches in the City of Paris

- Sacre Coeur - The heart of Paris with amazing Sunset views & also used in the Finale Scene of John Wick 4.
- Notre-dame where the Crown of Thornes which was put on Jesus's head is homed. 
- The Curch of Saint Etienne du Mont and Glise Saint-Sulpice (some of the lesser known but beautiful churches in the area.)
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Le Bon Marche
(Fancy Shops)

Fancy shopping mall with fancy supermarket. Purely to get Le Beurre Bordier (some say the best or one of the best butters in the world) and they have it here! They even provide a vacuum service after payment for a nominal fee.
Its not as famous as Gallarie La Fayette and especially their roof top view but worth to pop-by whilst in the area. 

Click here for full write up of Gallarie La Fayette which ends after a day trip out at Sacre Coure.

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Musée d'Orsay

Musée d'Orsay is a renowned Paris museum housed in a former train station, famous for its vast collection of 19th- and early 20th-century art, especially Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. It bridges the gap between the Louvre and modern art museums.
ABBATip:
- Start from the top and work your way down.
- Queue for tickets fairly long but fast moving. €14/adult
- Fee Wifi is available on-site
- Try to have a must see list of pictures before going as it maybe overwhelming.
This place absolutely delivers. Though the place is massive, the arts works are largely on the top floor and on the ground level. Loads of amazing art works by legends like Degas, Manet, Van Gough and many many more.

Level 5 art works

*Van Gogh, La Nuit Étoilée

Starry Night Over the Rhone is a perfect example of what makes van Gogh so popular.*

*Renoir, Bal du Moulin de la Galette – 1876

Not only Renoir's most well-known work, Bal du Moulin is one of the most popular of all Impressionist paintings. First shown at the third Impressionist exhibition in 1877, it depicts a weekend dance part in the courtyard of the Moulin de la Galette in Montmartre.*

*Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies - Cluade Monet 1899*

*Matching pallet of colors.*
Lower Floors

*Nature Unveiling herself before Science.1899. The original.*

*The Abyss, 1901 marble sculpture.*


*Auguste Rodin, The Gates of Hell (1880-1917) Plaster cast made from the 1917 bronze is on long-term loan to the Musée d’Orsay, on the ground it was originally meant to occupy.*

*Miniature of The Thinker.*

*La Douleur" (Grief) by Jean-Joseph Perraud, created in 1867*

*Whistler's Mother as featured in the Mr Bean Movie. A symbol of motherhood, artistic innovation and cultural icon as a symbol of endurance during the great depression.*

*As featured in the Mr Bean Movie.*

*Manet’s The Fifer broke with tradition through its flat composition, minimal background, and modern subject, paving the way for future avant-garde movements in art.*

*Manet's Olympia (1863) is famous for its bold realism and modernity. It shocked viewers with its portrayal of a confident nude woman, challenged traditional ideals of beauty, and included racial and class commentary through the presence of a Black maid. The painting marked a turning point in modern art and influenced generations of artists.*
*Cumo Amiet 1868-1961 Snow Landscape*
The Architecture itself and the space.

*The Romans in their decadence 1847*

*Like something like this you may wanna check out

in Munich Residenz and Munich & Nyphenburg Palace also in Munich. These are stunning and inspired by the mirrored halls of Versailles' in Paris.*

*You can see the Peak of Saint-Louis-des-Invalides which houses the tomb of the Great Napoleon. Click for full review.*

A really great selection with many, many recognizable top hit on the top floor, along with their iconic clock face with views of Paris in the background. 

Loving the curated pieces here which cover a wide range of mediums and genres. Here are some other really note worthy Museums that I'd recommend which really captivated emotions and featured famous works which are well worth to check out.
> MOMA in NYC - Starry Night, Salvador Dali, Warhol, Monet.  A real pleasant surprise especially to see so many iconic pieces..
> Paris - The Lourve of Course. 
> Van Gough Museum in AMS

> Rome - The amazing collection and murals at the Sistine Chapel

> AMS - For impressive street art murals in a grungy and cool location, one has to check out Straat Museum. More modern and definitely worth the entry charge!
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