Ballroom in Palace

Paris

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September 26th 2010
On the first full day in Paris Carol went on a bus tour to the Versaille Palace on Sunday morning between 9.00am and 1.00pm. Wal went along with Carol to the departure point in Paris central but after being given the wrong Metro station to get off we needed 45 minutes of brisk walking (nearly killing Wal) to reach the departure point. Carol went on the tour and Wal went back to the Hotel (stuffed) ... 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