Italian Alps

Italian/French Alps

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January 28th 2008
In the mid semester break (exam week) I was lucky enough to have no exams. Despite the large amount of work and assignments that still had to be done we both decided to bugger it and see some Italian and French Alps for a week. We flew to Milan, Italy and straight away trained to the north of Italy to the Valle d’Aoste. We arrived at the gorgeous town of Aosta and saw the beautiful winding road ... 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