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Paris

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September 5th 2019
Arrived in Paris today by train from Amsterdam. What a great experience to travel by high speed rail! So quiet and fast. We traveled up to 180 mph! We took a stroll after a fantastic typical Parisian 2 1//2 hour long dinner and viewed the Eiffel Tower at night. Breathtaking. Finished the night sitting in a beautiful courtyard enjoying some fantastic wine and watching a little mouse dodge in and ou ... 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