The tower

The Eiffel Tower

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May 25th 2009
As the plan today was to see the Eiffel tower, we got an early start in hopes of avoiding the lines. The metro here goes above ground almost as much as it goes below ground, so it is a good way of getting a slice of the city. To me, the small apartment balconies that you see in Paris are the most typical feature. Our own apartment has this design with a window opening to a small sort of fake balco ... 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