Us in front of the fountain in the center of town

Nice is Nice

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February 22nd 2008
This was such a marvelous adventure. I had a great time with Monica and Natalie. We got to relax a lot. On the train up we met two elderly history professors from Paris. They were very nice and once had been to Virginia a few times, once for two months! How random is that? The only stressful part of this trip was trying to find our hotel! We got lost in what I can only assume to be the China ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Nice

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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