A Cool Building?

Tour Day Two: Free Day in Paree

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July 10th 2008
They fed us breakfast at the hotel (croissants, which aren't really French, and some meat and cheese. I think I ate about 3), and then we headed into the city of lights around 9:00. It took us an hour to get into the city because of the traffic. I don't think I could drive in Europe, there aren't really any lanes so everyone just drives where ever they feel like it. We were dropped off at the Eiff ... 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