Paris

Paris 1Sept

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September 1st 2009
Late Breakfast at Innova, weather threatening today. People everywhere in the hotel, serves me right in getting up late. Chatted with a guy from USA who was leaving today for home. Shared some useful information on Paris. Raining now as heading out to metro, after 9.30am. Visited the Arc de Triomphe, a 164 foot monument. Climbed to the top and has great views. Centre point of so many boulev ... 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