Eiffel Tower

There's a windmill at the end of my rue

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May 15th 2008
We are coming to the end of 10 fantastic days in Montmartre, Paris. It all began with a very long and interesting days travel from Cairo. Early morning flight from Cairo to Heathrow. Train from Heathrow to Kingscross Station (told the kids we would look for platform 9 and 3/4 next time we are in London), and then a very smooth train trip under the channel to Paris via the Eurostar. We ... 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