Pont de Avignon

Festival d´Avignon

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July 11th 2006
Another place, another festival. Europe in summer is absolutely choccas with festivals and i seem to catch alot of them by pure accident! The festival in Avignon was more cultural than party party but it was nice to have a bit of a break. The main focus was a massive film festival. Lauren and I went and saw an american movie directed by John Tuturro, called Romance and Cigarettes. It was very inte ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Avignon

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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