Chamonix is big and beautiful

Skiing at Chamonix

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February 23rd 2003
Chamonix is the home of exreme skiing for good reason. Up for adventure, two of us followed some locals out of bounds only to learn we were on the long Pas du Chevre trek into town not to a lift. Fortunately, we found Mark who led the way and we made it back via a very long day of skiing and hiking in varied terrain. We had created our own Aiguille du Midi adventure - definitely not for the lig ... 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