Paris - THE LOUVRE

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January 23rd 2021
9th January On a grey frosty day here I have enjoyed a winter sunshine walk in Paris. Virtually of course. Florent was our guide today - We started on the Pont des Arts - a pedestrian bridge which crosses the River Seine, it links the Institute of France and the central square Louvre Palace. Couples have flocked to the bridge for several years to attach a lock with a mes ... 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