Mona Lisa

England - France

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July 17th 2009
Well we have 2 days worth here now. No internet yesterday - well more a combination of tired and didn't want to pay for access. We waved goodbye to hilly Lyme Regis and headed out across the south west thru the famous standing stones - Stonehenge. Awe inspiring sight. How and why did someone move 15 ton rocks 385 miles on water and land, then carve and line them up to be a large sundial???? (mon ... 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