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Castle on the Hill

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June 28th 2022
As we are heading for Andorra, Carcassonne looks like a good spot to stay on the way. It’s a longish drive from Serre Chevalier, especially as we decide to detour for some sightseeing in Avignon (I’ve never been there) which involved some exploration of French one-way systems to find our way to a parking spot in the centre but it is well worth the effort. From Avignon it is Autoroute all the ... read more

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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