Notre Dame Cathedral

Paris

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April 20th 2009
We arrived in Paris yesterday afternoon after a ride on the Chunnel train. It only took 2 1/2 hours to get from London to Paris! Today was full of sight seeing from early morning to evening so once again we're physically exhausted but awed by the beauty of the City of Lights and all there is to see. We started the day at the Arc de Triumphe, walked down the Champs-Elysees and crosssed ... 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