Lyon

Day 9 Paris to Lyon

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December 16th 2002
Monday (Temp. 8deg. Rainy) (Rob dictating) Glad to leave Paris. Leisurely hour walk to the Gare de Lyon (train station). On scale of difficulty 8/10 to get reservation & tickets validated. Lovely 2hr trip to Lyon. Paid $8 (4Euro) for Heineken served by rude French woman after attempting to speak French. Sat next to boring French guy & fat Englishman. Arrive Lyon 12pm feeling good, Rob b ... read more

Europe » France

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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