White Van Limousin Style

Day 8: Le Dorat to Nexon (90km)

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August 21st 2008
I passed a pleasant night, punctuated by the occasional renewed burst of activity from the starlings (presumably when one of them fell off its perch or poked a neighbour in the ribs) and by the most odd chiming of the church bells. At one time I clearly hear them strike 19. I poke my head out of the tent to find a blue sky and a buzzard perched close by on a tree, eyeing up the bamboo grove. Short ... read more

Europe » France

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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