Paris - Arc de Triomphe

Paris

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June 25th 2006
Our last stop before heading back to Holland is Paris. Paris is all it is made out to be, a beautiful city with lots of history and charm. It really is the city of romance I guess from seeing couples snogging every couple of steps you take. This is where Pip has just joined me and speaking of romance, guess what?????? Nothing. Went up the Eiffel Tower on quite a windy day and was almost blow ... 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