Pont du Gard, 25 km west of Avignon

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May 2nd 2009
On our last day in Provence we took another drive but this time northwest of Avignon along the Cote de Rhone, one of France's wine regions. The countryside was hilly, and light green from new growth of leaves on the grape vines. All very scenic. We stopped at a hill village called Vaison-de-Romaine which had Roman ruins right beside where we parked. The town was also having a flea market and m ... 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