Eiffel Tower at Night

Bonjour Paris! - Travel Diaries 5

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June 11th 2004
With its breezy boulevards, excellent cafés, historic museums and avant-guard fashions, Paris is the essence of all things French. This city of 2.15 million people is the premier destination for Canadian tourists traveling to Europe. I arrived at the Gare de l'Est Station in Paris early one morning with the hope of spending as much time as possible in the legendary City of Light. From its many ... 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