The start of our walk

Mazerettes: a sort of pilgrimage

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April 19th 2008
I spotted the 'Concert en la Chappelle de Mazarettes' advertised in Mirepoix, and decided to go. First problem- where is the chapel in Mazerettes? Actually, where is Mazarettes? I rang tourist info. twice before we finally found it on the map, a tiny speck of a place a mere 3 km. from Mirepoix. Come the evening, it was cold, rainy and gloomy, and Mal decided an evening in a cold church wasn' ... 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