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Arrival Day!

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June 7th 2006
Here are some photos from our first day here in Paris. Our next blog will have photos with us in them... c Photo of the river is taken from Pont des Arts, a pedestrian bridge over the Seine. It's the closest bridge to where we're staying. The view is looking towards the islands where Notre Dame and Ste Chapelle are. The vaulted ceiling in Notre Dame is really beautiful. This shot is l ... 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