Notre Dame

Exploring Paris

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July 2nd 2007
Bonjour (or bonsoir - whichever applies), OK, well maybe I'll stay here (instead of the Cotswolds)!! We've spent 8 full days here, and there is still more we would have liked to see. Our apartment (in Rue Rambuteau) is in a perfect position. We are about 30m from the Rambuteau Metro station and the Pompidou. The street is full of fruitiers, cafes, small general stores, poissonneries (fish), p ... read more

Europe » France

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more