La Cite - Carcassonne

Lazy Languedoc, Peaceful Provence - France Part Deux

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July 8th 2008
Over the Pyrenees next and time to say “bonjour” to France for the second time this trip. A welcome return to the country where driving a foot away from any tourists bumper at high speed is considered an Olympic sport by locals and car indicators are deemed an optional extra. On this occasion we’d be working our way along its southern coast for two weeks or so before crossing the border into ... 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