I might add here that my slippers are little black cotton booties with a pliable rubber sole, so not dissimilar to regular boots, just much softer, lined and lightly padded. Ideal.
As it turned out I had no issues at all and we had the most wonderful day in this remarkable building. We got completely lost, only found some of what we set out to see, but got to see the highlights - Mona Lisa among them. The statues defy description. Stunned at how many, how good their condition is and how beautifully rendered they are. Can't say what was a showstopper for me, but I think seeing the actual Code of Hammurabi was one - something completely unexpected. Also the history of the Louvre itself. I never had any idea of it's development and underlying history, so this and the way it is presented was fascinating to me. Way too much else.
Once again, it seems I've managed to walk Cheops's feet off and after we navigated our way back past the Moulin Rouge and the seedier side of Paris to the Rue de Clichy (where my hotel is) and couldn't find parking to go get a drink, we headed off to Montmartre for dinner among the tourists and history. I can see why it has inspired artists. It's such an intriguing, atmospheric area. Wonderful food, good red wine and great companionship. All at the end of what had been a memorable day. Can't thank Cheops enough for spending time with me to explore her city.
Tomorrow I'll get the hop-on hop-off bus for the day, then Saturday I'll head off to Versailles on the Metro and meet up with Cheops again to explore this most famous landmark.
I've also extended my Paris trip until next Thursday, so i can truly get to explore in depth.
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