Paris

Paris Revisited

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August 26th 2011
It is six years since we last visited Paris. At that time it was the middle of winter. Today it was supposed to be the end of summer. Paris has had a miserable summer this year and locals are already booking their winter holidays in tropical destinations. Pulling the curtains back we were met by rain running down the windows, a typical 2011 Paris summer day. So, with all the necessary wet wea ... 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