Sacré-Cœur Basilica

PARIS: 2009-08-21

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August 21st 2009
I slept okay last night...went to sleep around 11pm but still woke up every hour or so. The room is very quiet, the windows have definately been sound proofed. I finally got out of bed around 8am and threw some clothes on and went down to floor -1 (the breakfast room). I brought my Rick Steves Paris book (which never leaves my side) and my wallet/purse. A very nice woman greeted me and asked i ... 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