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Hitting Paris Day 1

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July 5th 2012
We woke up today and thankfully had plenty of time cos our train wasn’t until 12.30. So we slept in a bit and then made our way to the station. Dad was very excited as we were about to go on the “chunnel” which I have never heard as an expression used for this train but have always heard dad call it this. And he did Wikipedia it and it is infact the chunnel! Go dad! So over the years we have ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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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