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Eiffel Tower

Did you know that it takes 60 tons of paint to repaint the towers? I think they repaint every 7-10 years.
Enchanté, Paris! Au revoir

October 31st 2008
How was Paris? Amazing, astonishing, astounding, wonderful, fabulous, fantastic, remarkable, sensational! I have learned that in 1989, everything in Paris that was originally constructed with gold, was re-gold-leafed (if that is a word?). Now, everywhere you look in Paris, it gleams of gold or at least has very fine gold detail. ... read more
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French Flag 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
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