Arc de Triomphe

Day 11 - Paris - MontMartre

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August 16th 2009
This leisurely Sunday began with a stroll up MontMartre. We started from the famous Moulin Rouge, where we will be returning tonight for dinner and the show, and walked up Rue Lepic passing some famous landmarks of the area. We stopped at a cafe near the top for a drink and some people watching. Further along we found a market with artists selling their wares and services. We accepted ... 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