Eiffel Tower

Backpacking Europe 2006 - Paris

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June 24th 2006
Day 17 & 18 Arrived: (Gare d'Austerlitz - Paris, France (early morning by overnight train from Barcelona) Accommodation: Hotel Plessis • first impression = difficult to find, clean, typical, compreable to a 2 star • room type = private double • shower = private • tip = get good directions to hotel Gone.. Go Trippin' Paris is a place where no matter where you ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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