St. Pancras Station

BONJOUR PARIS!!

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October 23rd 2008
DAY 1 From London, I took the Eurostar "Chunnel" train to Paris which travels across the English Channel via an underwater tunnel. It began as a peaceful train ride as I enjoyed the views of grazing cows and sheep on the open fields, and every few miles or so little towns sprung up with small cottage homes and always a church in the city center marked by its high steeple roof top. ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Gentilly

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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