Often overlooked by tourists, the Musée des Arts et Métiers (Museum of Arts and Industry) is worth a visit if you are interested in scientific instruments and inventions. It was founded in 1794 and is located in the church and monastery of Saint-Martin-des-Champs. Not interested in science and industry? The building itself is worth the visit. See for yourself.
The museum houses the original Blériot XI - the first airplane to cross the English Channel in 1909. We visited the spot where Blériot landed near Dover last January.
The museum also houses the original pendulum of Foucauld
It's a stunning presentation of past treasures.
If you'd like to see more you, can check out the
website or take a virtual
visit.
The museum houses the original Blériot XI - the first airplane to cross the English Channel in 1909. We visited the spot where Blériot landed near Dover last January.
It's a stunning presentation of past treasures.
If you'd like to see more you, can check out the website or take a virtual visit.
"English Channel" ou "Manche Française" aussi vrai l'un que l'autre.
ReplyDeleteSauf que le premier avion à l'avoir franchi est un Blériot. Et toc !