View of the gardens

Paris

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September 22nd 2007
The next day we went to Versailles. I must say that Louis XIV is all sorts of crazy. This place is unbelievable. It also makes me appreciate that over-the-top "Marie Antoinette" movie a lot more. Anyway, these pics will not do it justice and I didn't get a chance to see all of the grounds but here they are: ... 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