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Sightseeing in Paris (2nd day)

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July 28th 2013
Due to the accident of my father’s digital camera, we missed going to Eiffel Tower on 22 June. We thus decided to start our journey early on 23 June. We took the overground train from Gare d’Austerlitz, and travelled to Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel. The museum pass did not include the admission fees for the Eiffel Tower. My mother told me that she climbed to the middle stage of the tower by ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Orsay

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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