The palace chapel

Day trip to Versailles

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August 2nd 2007
On our last full day in Paris, we caught the train out to Versailles for the day to see the famous Château de Versailles. We looked around the main buildings in the palace, which held the chapel and both the King's and Queen's apartments, then wandered out to see the enormous gardens behind the palace. We had lunch at one of the restaurants located in the gardens, then followed the Grand Canal up ... read more

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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