Modern Art Exhibit at the Grand Palais

Gay Paris!

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June 1st 2006
The first day in Paris. We would not be exaggerating if we claim to have climbed 1000+ stairs today, including 328 to get the to the first platform of the Eiffel Tower. And we saw thousands of paintings and sketches at The Petit Palais and The D'Orsay museums. And toured the modern art exhibit at The Grand Palais. A picture is worth a thousand words so here is our selection from this day in ga ... 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