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Post by bjd on Nov 10, 2012 11:57:30 GMT
I'll definitely have to go to Lille one of these days. I had heard it was nice but hadn't realized it was so nice. But perhaps at a warmer and drier time of year.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2012 12:45:28 GMT
I suddenly remembered that there was something that must be seen in the car park of the Euralille mall. The location was just given as "level -1" with no additional indication, but this is a really huge place, so I was going to have to scout around. I walked into the mall and went down to the car park -- nothing in view in that area. So I just kept going. I could hear other people walking around, too, -- "it's supposed to be down here somewhere...?"
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2012 16:19:23 GMT
The next morning before I had to take the train, I had pretty much exhausted my possibilities for the "Fantastic" events in central Lille -- all closed on Tuesdays.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2012 16:55:31 GMT
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Post by htmb on Nov 10, 2012 18:07:55 GMT
Love it all, Kerouac! I had no idea Lille could be so interesting. I especially liked the old town buildings.....have I mentioned that. Really nice report. Thank you!
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Post by bixaorellana on Nov 11, 2012 4:13:37 GMT
Well ..................... GOSH!
I'm never truly at a loss for words, but this time very close to it. So trite to say, but GOSH, this is so PRETTY! Fantabulously interesting, too.
So glad to hear you have a return trip planned!
I could burble on about everything, but especially want to mention how much I totally LOVE the first pic in #21, the way that scrolling the last bit of this page makes it seem like a real train trip, the way you gave free rein to your enjoyment of the lovely architecture, the uber-cool art, and and and and and ~~ it's JUST GREAT!
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Post by nycgirl on Nov 11, 2012 16:02:50 GMT
I absolutely love those miniature dioramas. I can't imagine the painstaking work that goes into create them. They're so realistic, some of those derelict buildings look like they could be in my neighborhood.
Lille looks like a fun city. The architecture is very picturesque, and the bakeries are mouthwatering.
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Post by lagatta on Nov 11, 2012 22:36:13 GMT
Kerouac, you don't EAT while you are travelling? That little flute at the boulangerie sure wasn't expensive - I could make a dandy sandwich with that, and some cold meats or cheeses.
The Flemish architecture is beautiful. I was briefly in Lille, but it wasn't particularly warm or sunny, even in the summertime.
Being lagatta, of course I loved the juxtaposition of la rue des chats bossus et la place du lion d'or. And the magical white cat.
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Post by mich64 on Nov 13, 2012 22:54:47 GMT
Kerouac, your last photo before getting back on the train to Paris, is that statue by Johan Schaeverbeke?
My goodness those desserts look decadent! Did you buy anything to take home?
Thoroughly enjoyed this essay. Art exhibits, architecture, life styles, food, trains, what more could we ask for.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 14, 2012 6:32:15 GMT
Sorry, I don't know who did the statue. I'll see if there is a plaque next time.
Last time I was in Lille I bought one of Meert's specialities as a special request from one of my colleagues. Definitely a luxury item, but no worse than the prices at Ladurée in Paris.
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Post by nycgirl on Nov 16, 2012 18:47:53 GMT
Kerouac, you don't EAT while you are travelling? That little flute at the boulangerie sure wasn't expensive I know! Here I usually pay $3 for a mediocre baguette.
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Post by fgrsk8r1970 on May 10, 2013 20:15:56 GMT
I was totally fascinated by all of the photos but especially the miniatures !!! How very cool. My Cowboy and I play the game while watching movies and TV to spot when they used miniatures :-) The streets of Lille are so very charming and the changing leaves of the trees just beautiful. Well all of it was just amazing! Great report
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Post by Deleted on May 10, 2013 20:19:04 GMT
I am already impatient for the next "Lille 3000" event in 2014.
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Post by lola on May 11, 2013 4:09:07 GMT
Wonderful thread that I missed the first go round, so glad to get a second chance.
The imagination and humor of that art! The upside down house, every child's dream. The cascades of tinware, the footpowered car. The architecture. Just wonderful, and that's without even tasting the bread or pastries.
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