National Archaeological Museum, Athens Greece The National Archaeological Museum in Athens Greece is considered one of the world’s greatest and contains one of the richest collections of Greek art in the world. National Archaeological Museum, Athens Greece This statue dates back to 600BC and is a great example of the early Greek sculptors. National Archaeological Museum,Continue reading “National Archaeological Museum, Athens Greece”
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A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy
A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy The entrance to the museum is on the opposite side of Vatican from the Piazza St Peter. A short walk around the block takes you to this unassuming entrance. Entrance fees are about $11 euro. Be sureContinue reading “A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy”
The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – Musei Capitolini – Rome
The bronze statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius that stands in the center of the Piazza del Campidoglio is a replica of the original that was moved inside the museum in 1981. Still, in every sense, it is a beautiful work of art and was hand crafted in much the same manner as the original. TheContinue reading “The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – Musei Capitolini – Rome”
Musei Capitolini – Rome
One of the most beautiful museums in Rome and a must see while you are in the Eternal City is the Musei Capitolini. Before you even walk in through the entrance the beauty of the museum’s architecture and statues that adorn the massive piazza is a magnificent sight. The piazza and many of the museum’s buildingsContinue reading “Musei Capitolini – Rome”
Smithsonian Institution – National Air and Space Museum – Washington, DC
Made up of 15 separate museums the National Air and Space Museum is just one of the museums that make up the Smithsonian Institution. The Air and Space Museum consists of 23 galleries that exhibit the history of flight from before the Wright Brothers to the space age. The National Air and Space Museum opened inContinue reading “Smithsonian Institution – National Air and Space Museum – Washington, DC”
Apollo Lunar Suit – The Smithsonian – National Air and Space Museum – Washington DC
On display at the National Air and Space Museum is the original space suit worn by Astronaut David Scott on the Apollo 15 mission to the moon. It still has moon dust on it. Amazing! Apollo 15 was the ninth manned mission in the United States’ Apollo program, the fourth to land on the moon.
The Musée d’Orsay – Paris
Not as well known as the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay in Paris France is just as spectacular and should not be missed. Housed in a former railway station that was built around 1900 the museum sits on the left bank of the Siene river. The museum holds art created from 1848 to current. Artists suchContinue reading “The Musée d’Orsay – Paris”
The Louvre Museum – The Paintings
The Mona Lisa, perhaps the most famous painting in the world is certainly one of the most recognizable pieces of art in the world. Leonardo da Vinci painted this portrait sometime between 1503 and 1506 and it’s been on display in the Louvre since 1797. The painting was stolen in 1911 but after two yearsContinue reading “The Louvre Museum – The Paintings”
The Louvre Museum – The Gallery and Apartments of Napoleon
The Louvre Museum – The Gallery of Napoleon The Louvre Museum – The Gallery of Napoleon The Louvre Museum – The Gallery of Napoleon The Louvre Museum – The Gallery and Apartments of Napoleon The Louvre Museum – The Gallery and Apartments of Napoleon The Louvre Museum – The Gallery and Apartments of Napoleon TheContinue reading “The Louvre Museum – The Gallery and Apartments of Napoleon”
The Louvre Museum – Get a Room!
The Louvre Museum in Paris France is one of the largest museums in the world. It could take days to see everything and you would need to walk for miles to do it. Understandably you will become fatigued. Fortunately the museum has stationed seating throughout to allow you time to reflect on the art andContinue reading “The Louvre Museum – Get a Room!”
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