Gorges de la Frau

Gorges de la Frau

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October 24th 2007
We’ve kept up our walking itinerary. Every day has seen us either yomping up some Pyrenean crag, eagle, red kite and buzzard watching; poring over the rather unsatisfactory French OS maps wondering how it could be that our 3 ½ km stroll has turned into an 8 ½ km hike; or simply following the ex-railway line that encircles our area in a scenic ramble through the countryside - yes, France clear ... 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