Pont Alexandre and Les Invalides

Northern Suburbs tour - Part 2

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September 12th 2010
no Paris, not Wahroonga! this time we are off to the northern suburbs again, but this time to St Denis. Which is more or less the end of metro line 13, so a change required at Montparnasse Bienvenue - a rather long walk, incl. a travelator it is so far. This is the home of the Basilique/Cathedral de St Denis, which had become the traditional burial place for the French kings, going back to about ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Saint-Denis

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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