Bridge over the Loire River at Amboise

Loire Valley - Day 1

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June 25th 2011
Geo: 47.4104, 0.981122 Up early to pack up and leave for Amboise, located in the Loire Valley. About a three hour trip. Picked up our mini bus from the Charles de Gaulle Airport. Darrol is driving, with Liz navigating. A little scary driving on the wrong side of the road. I am listed as the alternate driver. The Loire Valley is the home of "Chateaus", with around sixty chateaus in the are ... 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