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  • Nagasaki Port was once  the only door open to foreign countries during Japan's iisolation during the Tokugawa Shogunate.  Dutch traders, and to a lesser extent Chinese, were allowed a small contingent during this period to keep trade alive with the rest of the world, where western science was allowed to sneak into Japan, and thus Nagasaki played a major role in the modernization of Japan.
    nagasaki-port-1.jpg
  • Nagasaki Port was once  the only door open to foreign countries during Japan's iisolation during the Tokugawa Shogunate.  Dutch traders, and to a lesser extent Chinese, were allowed a small contingent during this period to keep trade alive with the rest of the world, where western science was allowed to sneak into Japan, and thus Nagasaki played a major role in the modernization of Japan.
    nagasaki-port-2.jpg
  • Nagasaki Port was once  the only door open to foreign countries during Japan's iisolation during the Tokugawa Shogunate.  Dutch traders, and to a lesser extent Chinese, were allowed a small contingent during this period to keep trade alive with the rest of the world, where western science was allowed to sneak into Japan, and thus Nagasaki played a major role in the modernization of Japan.
    nagasaki-port-3.jpg
  • Nagasaki Port was once  the only door open to foreign countries during Japan's iisolation during the Tokugawa Shogunate.  Dutch traders, and to a lesser extent Chinese, were allowed a small contingent during this period to keep trade alive with the rest of the world, where western science was allowed to sneak into Japan, and thus Nagasaki played a major role in the modernization of Japan.
    nagasaki-port-4.jpg
  • Nagasaki Port was once  the only door open to foreign countries during Japan's iisolation during the Tokugawa Shogunate.  Dutch traders, and to a lesser extent Chinese, were allowed a small contingent during this period to keep trade alive with the rest of the world, where western science was allowed to sneak into Japan, and thus Nagasaki played a major role in the modernization of Japan.
    nagasaki-port-5.jpg
  • Ujina Port Hiroshima - The Inland Sea is the body of water separating Honshu Shikoku, and Kyushu, three of the main islands of Japan.  Almost 3000 islands are located in the Inland Sea, including the larger islands Awajishima and Shodoshima. Many of the smaller islands are uninhabited.
    ujina-port-hiroshima.jpg
  • The port alongside Yamashita Park has always been a favorite promenade along Yokohama's harbour. Here landlubbers can enjoy the sea breezes without ever having to board one of the ships from around the world that dock at the port.
    yokohama-port-2.jpg
  • Shikinejima Port, Izu Islands - Shikinejima or Shikine Island is one of the most popular of the Izu islands chain for its hot springs, slow island life and ocean views.
    shikinejima-port.jpg
  • Hakodate's good harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Hokkaido has enjoyed an active trade market since its excellent port has long been an established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    Hakodate-port-night.jpg
  • Ko Samet is so near Bangkok, the island is ideal for those in the capital wanting to relax with their families for a couple of days and so has developed steadily over the past decade or so.  Thai fishing boats and wooden shuttle boats take passengers to the mainland port of Ban Phe from Na Dan Pier shown
    koh-samet-port.jpg
  • Mui Ne Fishing Port
    mui-ne-fishing-village-2.jpg
  • Inatori Fishing Port, Izu - Fresh fish is an important form of food for the Japanese, who consume it nearly every day. Izu supplies much of the fresh fish and seafood for Shizuoka prefecture.
    japanese-fish-3.jpg
  • Mui Ne Fishing Port
    mui-ne-fishing-village-1.jpg
  • Japanese Fishing at Kotsubo Port,  Kotsubo is officially a part of Zusi City, but is adjacent to Kamakura and a popular fishing port.
    kotsubo.jpg
  • Young Vietnamese family passes over the bridge at Duong Dong Port in Phu Quoc.  Though mostly a sleepy fishing village devoted to Nuoc Mam or fish sauce, in recent years Duong Dong and Phu Quoc have become popular thanks to the islands excellent white sand beaches.
    duong-dong-phu-quoc-1.jpg
  • Yunotsu Port - Yunotsu is a classic Edo period hot spring town, west of the Iwami Ginzan site.  Besides its role as a pleasure center, during the heyday of Iwami Ginza Silver Mine it held the important role of administrative capital and organized the storage and shipping of the silver from inland Iwami.  Outdoorsy types will note that the old silver path, used for transporting silver from the mines to the port, is now a 12 km hiking trail with direct link Yunotsu-Iwami.
    yunotsu-townscape-9.jpg
  • Fishing at Ujina Port Hiroshima -  The Inland Sea, or "Seto Naikai" as it is known in Japanese is the body of water separating Honshu, Shikoku  and Kyushu - Japan's main islands.  The Inland Sea, because of its calm waters and strategic location among the main islands, has always been an important transportation link for Japan.
    inland-sea-3.jpg
  • 64.4.  Yunotsu Port & Townscape - 64.4. Yunotsu Onsen Townscape 温泉津 is found along the coast near Omori and is part of the historical landscape of Iwami Silver Mines. The town became active in the later part of the 16th century as the administrative center of Iwami Ginzan and its surrounding areas. Nearby ports were used for shipping the silver itself, which explains Yunotsu’s prominence in the area.  The layout of the houses remains unchanged from the early Edo Period.  The retro architecture and classic onsen style town are the other draws.
    64.4.IWAMI-YUNOTSU-07.jpg
  • Tomonoura Port Lighthouse -  The Inland Sea is the body of water separating Honshu Shikoku, and Kyushu, three of the main islands of Japan.  Almost 3000 islands are located in the Inland Sea, including the larger islands Awajishima and Shodoshima. Many of the smaller islands are uninhabited.
    inland-sea-5.jpg
  • Inatori Fishing Port, Inatori, Izu . Fresh fish is an important form of food for the Japanese, who consume it nearly every day.
    inatori-izu-1.jpg
  • Dried fish at Tomonoura Port on The Inland Sea - the body of water separating Japan's three main islands.  Besides being an excellent route for transportation most Inland Sea villages are devoted to the fishing industry.
    japanese-fish-12.jpg
  • Duong Dong Port in Phu Quoc.  Though mostly a sleepy fishing village devoted to Nuoc Mam or fish sauce, in recent years Duong Dong and Phu Quoc have become popular thanks to the islands excellent white sand beaches.
    duong-dong-phu-quoc-2.jpg
  • Vietnamese Fishing Boats at Nha Trang Port
    vietnamese-boats.jpg
  • Tomonoura Port -  The Inland Sea is the body of water separating Honshu Shikoku, and Kyushu, three of the main islands of Japan.  Almost 3000 islands are located in the Inland Sea, including the larger islands Awajishima and Shodoshima. Many of the smaller islands are uninhabited.
    inland-sea-4.jpg
  • Hua Hin is lucky to have many beautiful seaside communities with an abundance of fresh seafood.  Once a funky and lowly collection or ramshakle huts under Khao Takiab Hill, the Sea Market is THE source for lovers of the freshest seafood.  Still retaining s a touch of local life, fishermen next door to their family fish shops repairing nets, you know this is the real thing.  Originally most fish shops sold by the kilo, but nowadays they will cook up whatever you buy from them,  thus explaining its popularity.  In season, you will find crabs, shrimp, prawns, squid, snapper, mollosks and just about any fish that swims in the Gulf of Thailand
    hua-hin-fishing-port-4.jpg
  • Hakodate's good harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Hokkaido has enjoyed an active trade market since its excellent port has long been an established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    hakodate-port.jpg
  • Hakodate's good harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Hokkaido has enjoyed an active trade market since its excellent port has long been an established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    hakodate-port.jpg
  • Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-7.jpg
  • Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-4.jpg
  • Puerto Princesa Baywalk is brimming with activity along this promenade that stretches parallel along the port area. It has several benches where people can rest under lamposts with colorful lights.  The best time to visit the Baywalk is late afternoon or early evening when the stalls are open, selling a variety of food and drinks. The lamposts are also lit up and it is naturally the cool and pleasant part of the day to view Puerto Princesa Port.
    puerto-princesa-baywalk-3.jpg
  • Puerto Princesa Baywalk is brimming with activity along this promenade that stretches parallel along the port area. It has several benches where people can rest under lamposts with colorful lights.  The best time to visit the Baywalk is late afternoon or early evening when the stalls are open, selling a variety of food and drinks. The lamposts are also lit up and it is naturally the cool and pleasant part of the day to view Puerto Princesa Port.
    puerto-princesa-baywalk-1.jpg
  • Heron at Tokyo Wild Bird Park  - Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-10.jpg
  • Bird Watching Blind at Tokyo Wild Bird Park  - Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-2.jpg
  • Puerto Princesa Baywalk is brimming with activity along this promenade that stretches parallel along the port area. It has several benches where people can rest under lamposts with colorful lights.  The best time to visit the Baywalk is late afternoon or early evening when the stalls are open, selling a variety of food and drinks. The lamposts are also lit up and it is naturally the cool and pleasant part of the day to view Puerto Princesa Port.
    puerto-princesa-baywalk-4.jpg
  • Puerto Princesa Baywalk is brimming with activity along this promenade that stretches parallel along the port area. It has several benches where people can rest under lamposts with colorful lights.  The best time to visit the Baywalk is late afternoon or early evening when the stalls are open, selling a variety of food and drinks. The lamposts are also lit up and it is naturally the cool and pleasant part of the day to view Puerto Princesa Port.
    puerto-princesa-baywalk-2.jpg
  • Fort Mason, once known as Port of Embarkation for the US Army, is a former US Army post located in the Marina District alongside San Francisco Bay. Fort Mason served as an Army post for more than 100 years for coastal defense and subsequently as a military port. During World War II it handled most of the cargo for the Pacific campaign..Today it is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the venue for several cultural facilities. It is a National Historic Landmark District many buildings of historic significance.
    ft-mason-1.jpg
  • Fort Mason, once known as Port of Embarkation for the US Army, is a former US Army post located in the Marina District alongside San Francisco Bay. Fort Mason served as an Army post for more than 100 years for coastal defense and subsequently as a military port. During World War II it handled most of the cargo for the Pacific campaign..Today it is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the venue for several cultural facilities. It is a National Historic Landmark District many buildings of historic significance.
    ft-mason-3.jpg
  • Japanese Fishmonger . Fresh fish is an important form of food for the Japanese, who consume it nearly every day.
    japanese-fish-8.jpg
  • Heron at Tokyo Wild Bird Park  - Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-8.jpg
  • Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-3.jpg
  • Fort Mason, once known as Port of Embarkation for the US Army, is a former US Army post located in the Marina District alongside San Francisco Bay. Fort Mason served as an Army post for more than 100 years for coastal defense and subsequently as a military port. During World War II it handled most of the cargo for the Pacific campaign..Today it is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the venue for several cultural facilities. It is a National Historic Landmark District many buildings of historic significance.
    ft-mason-2.jpg
  • Heron at Tokyo Wild Bird Park  - Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-9.jpg
  • Bird Watching Blind at Tokyo Wild Bird Park  - Tokyo Wild Bird Park faces the port of Tokyo is made up of restored environments that replicate environments of estuaries and rivers. Various birds including the sandpiper, plovers, hawks and seagulls visit the park along with 226 other species of wild birds have been observed since the opening of the park in June 2013.<br />
Besides wild birds the park also is ideal for observing wildlife of seaside environments such as crabs and various other mudflat wildlife, as well as insects that inhabit marsh and forest land. There are several blinds scattered around the park for observing birds and other wildlife where the only rule is silence. The Port of Tokyo Wild Bird Park was created using natural land reclaimed from landfill. Originally, this location was shallow ocean water but after landfill work in the 60s rainwater buildup led to the formation of ponds and open field waters which naturally attracts wild bird.
    tokyo-wild-bird-park-1.jpg
  • Hakodate Harbor - thanks to its location Hakodate has long been the gateway to Hokkaido enjoying an active trade market since its excellent port has long been on established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    hakodate-harbor.jpg
  • For the true portside experience, Yamashita Park, has always been a favorite promenade along the harbour. Here, landlubbers can enjoy the port’s maritime breezes without even boarding one of the ferries or ships from around the world that dock at the port.
    yamashita-park-2.jpg
  • Hakodate's good harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Hokkaido has enjoyed an active trade market since its excellent port has long been an established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    hakodate-harbour-sunset.jpg
  • Yamashita Park has always been a favorite promenade along Yokohama harbour. Here you can enjoy the port's maritime breezes without even boarding one of the ferries or ships from around the world that dock at the port.  Open, green, public spaces are a rarity in Japan and locals have always cherished this park.
    yamashita-park-3.jpg
  • Japanese Fishing Boats
    japanese-fishing-boat-1.jpg
  • Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-6.jpg
  • Yokohama Marine Tower was built in 1961 for the 100th anniversary monument of the opening of Yokohama port. Over 25 million people have visited since the tower was built. The tower has served as a symbol of Yokohama for half a century. It remains as a symbol for now and future and has long been the world's tallest lighthouse.
    marine-tower-1.jpg
  • Yokohama Marine Tower was built in 1961 for the 100th anniversary monument of the opening of Yokohama port. Over 25 million people have visited since the tower was built. The tower has served as a symbol of Yokohama for half a century. It remains as a symbol for now and future and has long been the world's tallest lighthouse.
    marine-tower-3.jpg
  • Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-5.jpg
  • Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-4.jpg
  • Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-3.jpg
  • Shinshoji Temple Gate - Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-1.jpg
  • Yokohama Marine Tower overlooking Yamashita Park and Yokohama Port is not only the symbol of Yokohama but serves as the tallest lighthouse in the world.
    marine-tower-2.jpg
  • Phu Quoc Island's primary industry is fishing and the preparation of fish sauce, a popular condiment in Southeast Asia.  Fishermen predominate the scene here, such as this one at Duong Dong port.
    vietnamese-fisherman.jpg
  • Shinshoji Temple Gate - Shinshoji is the 25th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and is one of the smallest of all the temples.  The temple is located near the tip of the Muroto Peninsular that projects out into the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the fishing harbor of Muroto. Thus local people refer to the temple as “Tsudera” or Port Temple. - The temple's name means "Temple of the Illuminating Seaport”.  The main hall is up a long flight of steep stairs but from it there is a great view over the area. Halfway up is a Chinese-style bell tower
    Shinshoji-2.jpg
  • Mui Ne Fishing Port - Vietnamese basket boats are used as ferries to go out to the main fishing boats and back to shore.  These baskets are also sometimes used for artfully displaying "catch of the day" at seafood restaurants once they have retired from service as boats.
    vietnamese-basket-boat-2.jpg
  • Hakodate Squid Boat - Hakodate's good harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Hokkaido has enjoyed an active trade market since its excellent port has long been an established trade routes and its booming fishing industry.
    squid-boat.jpg
  • Victoria Harbour is the body of water lying between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula.  Sometimes known as Victoria Bay is the third largest in the world after San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. It is also one of the world's busiest ports bustling day and night with many types of boats:   the historic Star Ferry, cruise liners, cargo ships, and wooden fishing junks. In 1861 Victoria Harbour took its name from Queen Victoria.  As the center of Hong Kong's dense urban area the bay has hosted many public shows and promenades.
    victoria-harbour-4.jpg
  • Victoria Harbour is the body of water lying between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula.  Sometimes known as Victoria Bay is the third largest in the world after San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. It is also one of the world's busiest ports bustling day and night with many types of boats:   the historic Star Ferry, cruise liners, cargo ships, and wooden fishing junks. In 1861 Victoria Harbour took its name from Queen Victoria.  As the center of Hong Kong's dense urban area the bay has hosted many public shows and promenades.
    victoria-harbour-2.jpg
  • Victoria Harbour is the body of water lying between Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula.  Sometimes known as Victoria Bay is the third largest in the world after San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. It is also one of the world's busiest ports bustling day and night with many types of boats:   the historic Star Ferry, cruise liners, cargo ships, and wooden fishing junks. In 1861 Victoria Harbour took its name from Queen Victoria.  As the center of Hong Kong's dense urban area the bay has hosted many public shows and promenades.
    victoria-harbour-1.jpg
  • Japanese Fishmonger Ito, Izu - Fresh fish is an important form of food for the Japanese, who consume it nearly every day. Izu is a big source of seafood for Shizuoka.
    japanese-fish-6.jpg
  • Hayama Marina and Sagami Bay have been chosen by the Japan Olympics committee to host the 2020 sailing events, in conjunction with Enoshima, just across the bay.  Several teams, including the sailing crews from Poland and the UK have chosen Hayama, Kanagawa-ken, as their headquarters during the event.  Hayama is also the site of regular Nippon Cup sailing events that take place yearly, in cooperation with the Hayama Marine Yacht Club.  The small town of Hayama is also known for its fine beaches and for the Emperor of Japan’s seaside villa, off limits to the public, but adjacent to one of the top 100 beaches in Japan, popular in summer.  Off season, Hayama is a quiet seaside fishing village, with an interesting population:  a mix of creative types who need quiet and reflection away from the distractions of Tokyo yet only an hour away by train; also evident are wealthy people from Tokyo with weekend villas and condos, as well as retired people who abandoned Tokyo for the easy life by the sea in their golden years. Sagami Bay is contained within the Miura Peninsula on its eastern side to the Izu Peninsula to the west.  However, the segment from Miura to Enoshima island is ideal of sailing conditions and thus its popularity in the area, thus its selection as 2020 Olympics sailing venue. As an added plus, there are view of Mt Fuji to be seen on clear days, though usually not in summer.
    marina-hayama-1.jpg
  • Hakodate harbor location makes it the gateway to Hokkaido. Red Brick Warehouses were built at the end of the Meiji period now accommodate a variety of boutiques and restaurants usually serving seafood.
    aka-renga-hakodate-1.jpg
  • Japanese Fishmonger, Ito, Izu . Fresh fish is an important form of food for the Japanese, who consume it nearly every day.
    japanese-fish-7.jpg
  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
    paris-door-12.jpg
  • Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in France.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
    avignon-door-2.jpg
  • Ornate Paris Lintel  - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door Knocker - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Window - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Gate - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Gate - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Gate at Conciergerie - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Saint Severin - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Cluny - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Saint Severin - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Cluny - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Sacre Coeur - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Pantheon - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Pantheon - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Saint Severin - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Pantheon - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in France.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Window- Thousands of doors, windows and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Window- Thousands of doors, windows and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Gate at Church of Saint Peter of Montmartre or Paroisse Saint Pierre de Montmartre - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Cluny - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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  • Ornate Paris Door at Sacre Coeur - Thousands of doors and gates adorn buildings in Paris.  Some of the best are on government offices, cathedrals and churches, as well as a few chateau.  However, any self-respecting contractor with a decent budget probably spent a lot of consideration in installing suitable doors, windows, grill work and even doorknobs. Some of these gates, doors and windows are very simple, while others are extravagant works of art. The styles of these doors tell about the history of France. As you walk across the 20 arrondissements of Paris, you will discover Gothic, Renaissance, Haussmann and Art Nouveau door styles. It is up to you to take the time to look for little details of these Paris’ most beautiful doors with statues, bas-reliefs, mascarons, gold-leaf, grills, handles and door knobs.
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