David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

This is my second attempt at a Topic posting--the first (#1) was erroneously posted in the Main Discussion section, for which I apologize.

Between tours I had a free day in Paris, France in 2015 and decided to check out a church located just a short distance from my hotel (Crowne Plaza République), and I walked down to it. The first time I did, it was not open, so I just got a couple of exterior shots. I tried again the next day, found it open, and took pictures inside. So here are a few photos of the Eglise Saint Ambroise.

The exterior

DSC_0821-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Showing a little more detail of the front

DSC_0834-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Do you know what this is? (Saw several walking around the structure)

DSC_0823-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
(it's intended to discourage urination against the corner)

Now heading inside (view toward Chancel)

DSC_0837-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

A closer view

DSC_0840-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Looking through the cupola at the Altar

DSC_0839-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Detail of the Cross

DSC_0841-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

View to the rear, with big window and Organ

DSC_0844-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

The Gallery Organ

DSC_0849-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Statue of Jeanne de France

DSC_0850-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr
(she was the second daughter of King Louis XI and eventually named a Saint)

One of the icons

DSC_0853-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

The Choir Organ

DSC_0851-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Statue of Saint Ambroise, for which the church is named

DSC_0859-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Another statue (not sure who it is)

DSC_0860-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Depiction of the Crucifixion

DSC_0867-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

And, of course, stained glass windows

DSC_0838-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr


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DSC_0854-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr


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DSC_0856-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr


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DSC_0863-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

And there's even a little garden/park in front with benches where you can rest

DSC_0833-2.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

It's a lovely little church--I recommend a visit to it.

luvmypets Loc: Born & raised Texan living in Fayetteville NC

Wonderful photos of the churches in both your posts!!! I love all the stained glass photos!!!

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

thank you. I try.

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Nice pictures - interesting, I do not know this church, even though I have wandered in the area and definitely know Boulevard Voltaire and Boulevard Richard Lenoir - just goes to show there is so much to see on the off-roads in Paris! Thanks for another great post!

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

It was fairly warm the second day I walked down from Place de la République to St. Ambroise and I was tired, too, so I sat on one of the benches in front of the church for a while and watched the Harley-Davidson motorcycles drive down the Boulevard Voltaire. (I think there's a H-D store along there somewhere.) I love H-D motorcycles (can't ride any more) and did visit a couple of their stores near the Arc d'Triomphe on that trip. I take photographs of them, too.

ggiaphotos Loc: Iowa

Such an ornate church, the stained glass is stunning! Great shots

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

So many have made supportive comments about my pictures and I really do appreciate them. Thanks to all of you. You make a new guy feel very welcome.

Veselka Loc: Washingtonville

Thank you for posting so many beautiful photos. I feel like I've been there!

2Dragons Loc: The Back of Beyond

Another winning set. Thanks for sharing your pictures with us. I just marvel at those
magnificent windows and the talent that designed and built them.

ebbote Loc: Hockley, Texas

Great series David.

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Thank you very much. (Sorry I'm so long in responding--I just now noticed your post.)