Paris

Paris Day 4

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August 26th 2008
Just can't seem to shake this European way of living...late nights and mornings. Booked our tickets to Florence at the Gare de Lyon station and then headed along the Seine towards the Eiffel Tower. It was about a 10k walk we worked out later. It was a great way to gather a different perspective of Paris along the river watching locals and tourists alike. At one stage we went in search of a lo ... 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