Ben and me

Mount St. Victoire

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February 1st 2009
On our first Saturday here, unwilling to waste the day, I suggested to Ben and six other of our new friends that we go for a hike on Mount St. Victoire. The mountain is about a thirty minute bus ride from the city. Although we wanted to go to the North side, our lack of abilities in French landed us on the South side. The North side would have given us a 360 degree view, but we found the south ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Aix-en-Provence

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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