Tomb Raider is back

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September 19th 2008
There are 628 steps to the second level of the Effiel tower. It was 4 euros cheaper than the lift and I needed to work off the croissants, pain aux raisins, crepes, baguettes and fromage that I have been stuffing my face with. Paris is truly an amazing city. I feel like I'm in a movie or have stepped back in time to the days of Renoir. I'm staying in Conflan St Honorine situated on the Siene ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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