Arc du Triumphe

PARIS!

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July 27th 2007
Take only memories, leave nothing but footprints Ever since leaving South Africa, I have dreamt of standing beneath the Eiffel Tower, and maybe even being able to climb it… as the months have passed, the probability of this ever happening, was looking less and less, until the free day in the Loire Valley! The spice girls and David (the green frog) set off before the break of dawn to catch an e ... 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