grunblack
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Post by grunblack on Dec 14, 2007 17:08:56 GMT -5
Well, it was a scary prospect looking up at the ET from our place on the grass. I knew it was going to take us time to get be able to get back to Paris and that despite being afraid of heights and riding in lifts (yes I know, silly isn't it), it was our window of opportunity to get to the top of the tower. The day was reasonably clear and we had gotten there early, hardly had to wait (if we'd arrived 10 minutes later it would have been a different story) and I have to say the ride to the first 2 levels was fine. The ride to the top felt like it took forever but the lift operators were nice, and of course it was worth it when we go out out at the top. I would recommend the trip up, even if you hate heights and lifts. Take a deep breath and just wait to see what's in front of you when you get there. ;D You feel quite safe as it's enclosed with mesh (steel) and at the top you can always stay inside and look out the window if you really can't make it out to the open air - but if you can convince yourself to walk up those last couple of steps I would do it. Good luck to any others who have similar fears - it's worth it!
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Post by Anne on Dec 15, 2007 2:42:45 GMT -5
No way Grunblack . I am terrified of heights and have been dragged up the ET several times during my childhood and early teenage, and I just hated it . Never again ...
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Post by rssilverandlight on Dec 15, 2007 13:49:43 GMT -5
For great views of the city, how about the Arch de Triomphe or the Pantheon ? Might you be able to handle those ?
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Post by Anne on Dec 16, 2007 2:04:35 GMT -5
Well, I really wanted to try the Pantheon this year because it looks safer indeed, only the dome is closed from late Oct till the spring .
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Post by rssilverandlight on Dec 16, 2007 21:12:24 GMT -5
Anne266 - I really do hope you will try the Pantheon when it opens. The circular stairway is stone and totally enclosed. The views were spectacular and I took 100+ images. If you send me a PM with your email address I will email you some previews that should hold you over until it opens.
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