Beautiful Savages

Not a fan - yet

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September 15th 2014
Geo: 43.5119, 5.46623Buffet breakfast was provided at the hotel this morning. I don't like French breakfasts. We caught the bus into the city centre of Aix-en-Provence - much easier than taking the car and finding parking. We were dropped at a majestic fountain, La Fontaine de la Rotonde. Apart from the Trevi (which was undergoing maintenance), this would be the grandest fountain we have s ... 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