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Villeneuve-les-Avignon In Provence

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April 29th 2009
Villeneuve translated into English means 'new village', but it is hardly new by an American's standard. Just across the Rhone River from Avignon, Villeneuve-Les-Avignon was founded in the 14th century as a 'suburb' of Avignon, where Pope Clement moved the Vatican headquarters from Rome. It still retains its old charm of narrow cobbled streets, stone houses and walls, tiled roofs, and old church ... read more

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

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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