The Sainte Chapelle ought not be be standing any more. It was sold for the worth of its construction materials during the anti-religious French Revolution. But the buyer was very disappointed, what he expected to be stone walls turned out to be glass, of no worth to him, so he let it stand.
Thanks to this, one can visit this wonderful chapel, well worth the long wait for entry, and the climb up the flight of stairs. The result is a treat, with gorgeous stain glass and a wonderful ceiling. But don't expect the grandeur of Notre Dame. This is a chapel, not a cathedral.
Still, no visit to Paris is complete without a visit.

This chapel is incredible. I go to see it every time I am in Paris and take with me whomever I am with. I hope to see it many more times in my life.

The chapel is absolutely beautiful, and the view from the top is even better. A bit pricey though for one room.

This exhibit is covered under the "Paris Museum Pass" and shouldn't be missed. Conveniently located on the island with Notre Dame at the other end.

The church exterior and surrounding Conciergerie are what is left of the old palace from the 10th century. It was confusing to find, as the scaffolding during restorations hid the church itself. The chapel on the second floor was our main interest. There are fifteen panel windows of hugh stained glass from the 13th century. The story is told from left to right in the windows, however, they are so very tall, it is hard to see all the way to top. We just stood, enjoy the light coming through and absorbed the beauty.

You can wonder through the rest of the church and the outside
areas, seeing many exposed ruins.