pyramid at louvre

leaving with a bad taste in our mouths...

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June 9th 2009
It is a strange experience going back to a city you once visited years ago. You hold particular expectations and hold onto fond memories and sensations that you cannot quite let go of. It is really disappointing to fall out of love with a city you once fell in love with. I first visited Paris 9 years ago when my father had to attend a conference and decided to bring our family there for 10 da ... 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