Notre Dame Cathedral

Ahh Paris

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June 16th 2008
So much for gaining an extra day in Paris. The owner of our apartment didn’t leave the agent with any keys so we’ve spent most of the day wondering where we will sleep again. We keep having to ring the agent to see if he can find us somewhere else to stay but no luck, the phones don't take coins, our phone card’s run out and we’ve walked all over to find somewhere that sells them. Finally ... 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