Picnic by the river

Vive la France - a road trip through the country of good food and wine

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June 23rd 2009
After more than a week in Switzerland I was looking for some first travel adventure and decided to visit my friend Sin Mei in France. So I hopped on a train to Paris and started one of my first trips of many to come this year! We spend the weekend in Paris, enjoying the sights such as Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe and of course the Eiffel Tower and spend the nights partying away! I've been to Par ... read more

Europe » France

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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