Views from the Wall

Medieval Time Travel

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August 14th 2006
Simone went back to work this morning, so I decided to spend the day touring La Cité de Carcassonne. La Cité is a restored fortified medieval city in Carcassonne, France. Not just a castle, mind you, but an entire city including a castle, basilica, hotel, shops, residences, etc. I couldn’t get a picture of the entire city (I would have needed a view from much further away), but you can see ... read more

Europe » France » Languedoc-Roussillon » Carcassonne

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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