Gates of Hell

Notre Dame Crypt and Musée Rodin

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May 27th 2005
Cara and I went back to the Notre Dame to visit the archaelogical crypt underneath. The crypt fleshes out the history and growth of Paris since it was settled by the Parisii tribe 300 years before the birth of Christ. We spent the afternoon visting the Musée Rodin. I find smaller museums to be more interesting, less over-whelming and more manageable. In the evening, I've seen this French sho ... 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