Nice

Au revoir, France. Hola, Espana!

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September 21st 2008
We have spent a little more than a month now in France, and today is our last day. (Except for 2 days in Paris en route to India in a month). We absolutely loved it here, and feel we got to know the country much better. Although, as foreigners traveling through, not speaking the language well, and with mostly superficial encounters with locals, we have no pretenses. We have taken trains, boats, su ... read more

Europe » France » Languedoc-Roussillon » Montpellier

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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