Up and down, around and around 20120913 131853

Up and down, around and around

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September 30th 2012
So now I was going up to the not so pretty Col de la Bonette, it being the highest in Europewas enough incentive for me and a lot of other motorbikes and bicycles for that matter as well. I won't say that the roads were packed but definitely a fair number of people about. Going up I could see the temperature going down and as I hit the Col it was down to zero!! Crystal blue skies and ... read more

Europe » 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