Fair at Le Jardin de Tuileries

Paris week

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August 16th 2007
Paris this time round was wonderful. For the first time we all enjoyed the city as we could relax and had our own space...basically we could just be the tourists we really are. So beautiful,this city. We are staying in Alex and Edwidge's charming apartment in the 16th arrondissement of Paris (within short walking distance to Arche de Triomphe, Champs Elysees and even the Tour Eiffel.) My f ... 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