Paris

Day 6 Paris

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December 13th 2002
Friday (Temp. 7deg. Overcast) Up at 7:30am. Breakfast in lobby downstairs, very nice. Walked to Louvre, used 3 day museum pass, saw Mona Lisa. Walked to Sainte Chapelle & Notre Dame. Went up the towers, great view, so overcast top of Eiffel Tower in clouds. Bought takeaway bread rolls for lunch & beer & Coke from little grocery store. Back to hotel for lunch & rest. Back out at 6pm for s ... 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