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We're in Paris!

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April 29th 2008
Last night we arrived in Paris around 5ish and went straight to our hostel. The hostel that we are in is very nice. It was built only a few months ago and really caters to people our age. It's a little ways away from things, but there's a metro a couple blocks away. So last night we wanted to wander around a little, and we also wanted to go to the Eiffel Tower. So we started wandering in the gener ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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