Louvre by Night

Carcassonne: Complete With Draw Bridge

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March 25th 2009
Last weekend I spent one night down in the town of Carcassonne in southern France located between Toulouse and the Mediterranean Sea. I bought my train ticket on Friday and on Saturday took the TGV fast train to Bordeaux and then a smaller train though through the countryside to Carcassonne. The train rides were absolutely beautiful. We passed by green rolling hills, vineyards, and through small t ... read more

Europe » France

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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