Hotel Des Invalides

Eiffel Tower at Night

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September 9th 2008
Well, I was successful! After my "macaroon trip", I walked back to my apartment (I'm becoming quite a walker, I think I should consider the 2012 Olympics...) and rested for a bit. Then, as the sun began to set in the cloudless sky, I metroed it back to the Eiffel Tower. The gate to the Dome of Les Invalides was locked, and I contemplated climbing around it, moatside, despite the sticky barbs th ... 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