Paris. Day-2. Self Guided. Photo 7

Paris. Day-2. Self Guided.

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October 14th 2008
No annoying guides today, but we got lost... Went to Notre Dame in the morning which was very beautiful but completely swarming with tourists, not very serene or holy. Then we walked to the Lourve and I stopped for a crepe on the way. Got to Lourve to discover it is closed on Tuesdays, so we went to Musee D'Orsay instead which was awesome. Best gallery we've been to so far, lots of Monet, Van Gogh ... 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