All of Lyon

Betty - Day four and five

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June 21st 2007
Day 4 and 5 We caught the train to Lyon today. We stood on the platform, fumbling with the machine which could not accept our credit cards (a l’etranger) when a guard stepped off the train and waved us in. Intrigued by my haltering French, they took pity on us and sat us in first class and helped us with a ticket on the train. Lyon is a magnificent city. Is was built between two rivers: 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