When I was in Paris one of the first places I went to see was Notre-Dame Cathedral. Nearby was a cafe with distinctive tables and chairs. Since everyone was inside the seats were empty yet they looked friendly and inviting. I decided to start with a landscape view to get not only the chairs but also the surroundings (including people). I thought the second photo presented the scene differently and it focused more on the tables and chairs. After all these decisions so early in the morning I was ready to sit down for a café au lait and people watch.
Here are more photos.
Meg Travels 
How could one resist photographing those?
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That was what I thought too – it was so cheerful!
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The very café we sit in every time we visit Notre Dame. Nice pics.
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It must be wonderful to sit there and enjoy the view! Thank you. :)
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I loved sitting on those chairs when in Paris and watching the passersby.
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I think it would be an ideal location for watching what’s going on!
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Love these beautiful tables and chairs! They do look very inviting.
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They were so charming I know I’ll have to stop there next time I’m in Paris!
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Looks like an inviting place to sit with a café au lait and watch the world go by, no matter how you look at it :)
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It would be fun selecting a place to sit – the chairs look very comfortable!
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I don’t care what angle they are presented in, they are awesome. What a cool place. Outside cafe’s are the best.
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They really look inviting don’t they? I thought they were delightful!
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Nice images of the colourful chairs Meg. The people watching in Paris is brilliant.
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Thanks – it was so nice to be in Paris with pleasant weather for being outdoors!
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Love the mood!
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I do too – it is just wonderful!
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Bravo!
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Well done Meg! Really diverse stories from a single scene! And really wishes me back to our romantic days in Paris!
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Thank you and I’m glad they remind you of when you were in Paris!
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I love both, Meg. Such pretty and inviting chairs. :)
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Thanks Jo – I really liked those stripes a lot!
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I’d like these chairs for myself!
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I know what you mean – they are fantastic!
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very eye-catching, well done!
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Thank you – it was an amazing sight!
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These do beckon one to be seated, I’m surprised they are empty.
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It was a little chilly that morning and it may have been why everyone was inside. It made for some good picture taking opportunities though!
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Awww, pretty sure that’s where my hubby and I sat every day during our visit in 2001! Is this across the bridge from Notre Dame, on the other side of the Seine? Our hotel was around the corner. Lovely images!
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This cafe was across the bridge from Notre Dame so it could be the same place – you must have enjoyed it so much! Thank you… :)
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Perfect! What wonderful chairs, Meg! I’m sure they immediately caught your eye, but how perfect for the challenge! :-)
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Thank you Debra! I thought those chairs were simply charming… :)
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I enjoy seeing the people through the glass windows! Lovely photo.
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Thanks – I thought it was interesting to see some of the people seated inside the cafe!
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What a fun photo challenge…love it! Great shots..like the second one best, but seeing people inside the cafe does add interest to the first shot.
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Thanks Anita – it was a really good challenge! I was surprised by the differences between the two pictures… :)
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The exact same cafe at which I discovered my all-time favourite beer!
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It looks like a great cafe…
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I agree – love those chairs & tables, and the shots feel different.
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Thanks – I’m so glad I was able to get these different pictures because of the contrast they provided!
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Let’s have a seat and share some wine.
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Let the people watching begin!
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Nice pix and colors.
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Thanks, I’m glad you like them!
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Great chairs and what a spot for people watching.
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I thought those chairs had a lot of personality – they were in a perfect spot to see everything that was going on!
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The French do such a great job with their outdoor seating, it always looks so inviting. Those tables look like really nice quality too, none of your cheap aluminium here!
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I thought that the tables and chairs looked really attractive and well made too. They must get a lot of use every day!
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I remember sitting in those chairs! :)
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They look like they’d be quite comfortable – that must be a good memory!
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