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Paris

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August 26th 2007
Most of my life I dreamt about Paris being the most fashionable, classy, beautiful, and memorable city in the world. My vision of Europe was PARIS! But, when I went there for the first time back in 2002, I was somehow disappointed and the only explanation I can figure out is that my expectations were way too high, or that I was not ready to “meet” Paris. Having been there a few times now in t ... 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