in Orleans

Exploring the Loire Valley and before!

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October 14th 2007
Guess who's coming to town?! Well what a weekend it has been, but firstly a quick summary of the week. Monday through to Wednesday was the usual Dijon life, classes, going out, and apart from that not generally doing much. But come Wednesday night all of that was to change. Wednesday night maman et papa sont arrive´ a Dijon! I walked down to the train station to meet them and it was ... read more

Europe » France » Pays-de-la-Loire

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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