Notre Dame

Days 2-3: Paris Sightseeing

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April 21st 2005
Exhausting day running all over Paris. Got dropped off at the Louvre this morning, which was awesome. Amanda told us if you looked at each piece of art for 1 minute it would take you 9 moths to see it all, so we really didn't get to see much in an hour and a half. The ceilings were amazing, and I was surprised by how many pieces pf art were on display in each room. We pretty much ran to the gran ... 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