A Winter Stroll in the Gardens of Versailles

The gardens of Versailles in winter possess a surreal quality; the statues rest wrapped in protective covers. Paris’s backyard garden is particularly tranquil in winter. Under the gray, overcast skies, nature seems to be hibernating, storing the earth’s energy until spring awakens it. I enjoy wandering alone in the garden during this season. Though cold, bathing in this chill makes one more lucid and aware, entering a meditative self-world, close to nature’s original state, experiencing the vitality and life force of the earth. The operation of the universe mirrors the patterns of life; cyclical seasonal changes awaken deep awareness within humanity. Change becomes the way of life; mastering the present moment is life itself. Living in a dreamlike stupor seems to be unconsciously cultivated, returning to the path of natural change, inspiring the essence of life. The poetry of Paris in winter is unique. Enjoying any seasonal beauty allows one to enjoy life. Join me now as we visit the courtyard favored by the Sun King, Louis XIV, in the gardens of Versailles, where there is a distinct winter atmosphere and extraordinary poetry.