The Louvre

Paris Day II

---

June 14th 2006
After another hot European night, we headed out to the Louvre. And no, to all you Da Vinci Code lovers, we did not follow the Rose Line and chuck a Tom Hanks. The museum was packed throughout, notably around the Da Vinci piece the Mona Lisa - though you can't take photos of this anymore and I'm sure I was able to a few years ago - I guess it makes them more money to make people buy a the picture f ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

---

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