Tag Archives: Architecture

Furrylittlegnome Visits Notre Dame’s Facade

Posted on March 1, 2013 by FLG

It was around this time, just a couple of years ago, when furrylittlegnome found herself back in Paris. It was cold, windy and rainy, but she was on a mission to show a fellow gnome the major sites and tourist … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Culture, Europe, European Destinations, Landmarks, Paris, Travel | Tagged Architecture, Cathedral of Notre Dame, Cathedrals, European travel, France, Gothic Architecture, Ile de la Cite, Notre Dame, Paris, Photos, Religion, Things to see in Paris, World Travel | 3 Comments

Big Ben. Parliament.

Posted on February 1, 2013 by FLG

Upon exiting the Westminster tube stop, gnomes get a glimpse of the London Eye that greets you. Crossing the River Thames, you can capture this shot of Britain’s iconic Parliament building. Yes, friends, it was cold and gloomy the last … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Europe, Landmarks, London, Travel, UK Destinations | Tagged Architecture, Big Ben, Clocks, Elizabeth Tower, Gothic, History, London, Parliament, Photos, Thames River, travel, United Kingdom, Westminster, World Travel | 8 Comments

More Foreign Favorites Courtesy of Furrylittlegnome

Posted on January 17, 2013 by FLG

Two of furrylittlegnome’s favorite department stores are foreign and are always included for one or two visits on her itinerary whenever she is in Paris or London. Here is a quick glimpse of each. Galeries Lafayette 40, blvd Haussmann Paris … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Fashion, London, Paris, UK Destinations, Uncategorized | Tagged Architecture, aviation, Department Stores, Fashion, Galeries Lafayette, Harrods, haussmann paris, London, Paris, Shopping, Shopping in London, Shopping in Paris | 7 Comments

Furrylittlegnome’s View of Paris from the Top!

Posted on December 11, 2012 by FLG

Fooled you, furrylittlegnome friends! From the title of this post, gnome suspects most of you had the Eiffel Tower in mind, and while the Tour Eiffel does boast some terrific views, there is another landmark in Paris that rivals it: … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Europe, Landmarks, Paris, Travel | Tagged Arc de Triomphe, Architecture, Eiffel Tower, European travel, History, La Defense, Landmarks, Monuments, Napoleon, Paris, Photos, Sacre-Coeur, Things to see in Paris, travel, War Memorial | 7 Comments

Victoria and Albert

Posted on November 29, 2012 by FLG

When you visit London, one thing that stands out are all of the wonderful memorials and landmarks dedicated to the military and to members of the royal family scattered throughout this historical city. When furrylittlegnome visits, she likes to make … Continue reading →

Posted in Landmarks, London, Travel, UK Destinations, Uncategorized | Tagged Albert, Albert Memorial, Architecture, consort to queen victoria, Kensington Gardens, Landmarks, London, Love, Memorials, Mourning, Queen Victoria, Queen Victoria's Husband, Royalty, travel | 5 Comments

Squares Around the World

Posted on September 6, 2012 by FLG

Furrylittlegnome loves to travel. When she was thinking about what to blog about this week, she had many locations in mind. Then, it came to her. What do places in America and beyond have in common? Squares! We’re going to start … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Landmarks, London, Travel, UK Destinations, Uncategorized, USA Destinations | Tagged Architecture, Belgium, Bruges, Brussels, Europe, Frankfurt, Germany, Guilded Houses, London, Mormon, New Orleans, Photography, Portland Oregon, Salt Lake City, Squares, Tourist Attractions, travel, Utah, vacation, World Travel | 4 Comments

Full of Iron – in Paris

Posted on August 22, 2012 by FLG

Furrylittlegnome had spent the morning in Versailles. Instead of transferring trains and stopping at Trocadero to get a wonderful look, gnome exited the Paris RER at Champ de Mars. There, just a short walk away, were the four feet she was expecting … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, Landmarks, Paris, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Architecture, champ de mars, construction of the eiffel tower, Eiffel Tower, France, gustave eiffel, Iron, Landmarks, Paris, paris rer, Photos, Sights, Tour Eiffel, travel, vacation | 2 Comments

Furrylittlegnome Sees Monet in Paris

Posted on August 15, 2012 by FLG

When it comes to art, furrylittlegnome is at a loss. Sure, she can recognize the works of Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, maybe Andy Warhol or the scribbles of a three year old child, but that is the extent of her art … Continue reading →