Dean with his private English tour guide

Paris III 8/7 Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and Conciergerie.

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October 27th 2009
We left for Notre Dame early on 8/7 in an attempt to arrive before most of the visitors start lining up in Place Parvis to climb the bell tower of Notre Dame. Although we arrive before 9 am, the line is already forming, and at 9 am the line is long. The gates for the tower do not open until 9:30. (Only 20 people at a time are allowed every 10 minutes into the tower, so it is 10:15 by the ... 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