Crowd around theMona Lisa

Day 10 - Paris

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August 15th 2009
It’s going to be a hot one in Paris today, around 32 degrees Celsius, so we headed out early to go up the Eiffel Tower. The views are spectacular and well worth the 1 and a half hour wait in line. Unfortunately, there were signs indicating the top was closed top for some reason, but the view from the second level/platform was good. After lots of photos we headed down and decided to head towar ... 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