Grapes on Mountain

Beaujolais Wine Region

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July 22nd 2007
Day 7 (4): Today we hung out in the rural area of France. Okay fine, we got lost on our way to the "Top of the World." My goodness, the hike was steeper than I thought... thank goodness I wore my tennis shoes! Some girls wore flip flops (or thongs). Most of those girls didn't go all the way to the top and just came back down to have their lunch. After breakfast, our 6 person group headed out to re ... read more

Europe » France » Rhône-Alpes

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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