United Colors of Beneton Building

UNESCO and Euro Disney

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October 24th 2008
This Sunday will mark one month in Paris - wow, a month already. I have really enjoyed learning random facts about Paris. For instance, it is illegal for a business in Paris to be open seven days a week. If a business wants to be open on Sunday it has to have a special permit and be closed on another day of the week. If a company is open on a Sunday without the proper permit, it will be fined. ... 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