Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The church has had a tumultuous history. In 512 AD Saint Germain, who would later become bishop of Paris, convinced the Merovingian king Childebert to build an abbey with a church. The church, which held important relics, was dedicated to Saint Vincent and the holy cross. It was one of the most important churches in France, and the final resting place of the Merovingian kings. Its roof was gold painted, which led to the name 'Saint-Germain-le-Doré' (gilded Saint Germain).
                                                                                         

• the church--l'église
• chocolates--les chocolats
• bookstores--les librairies
• pastry shops--les pâtisseries
• crosswalks--les passages pour piétons

                                                                                         
Cheese Soufflé

                                                                                         
french lemon tart

                                                                                         
I hear music.--J'entends de la musique.                                                                                                  I listened to music.--J'ai écouté la musique.