Place de Bastille

The site where the Bastille prison stood until the 'Storming of the Bastille' and its subsequent physical destruction between 14 July 1789 and 14 July 1790 during the French Revolution. Underneath in the subway are some remains of the foundations.

A Week in Paris

April 10th 2010
Panorama A painting by Cezanne. Isn't it gorgeous? Day 23-29 Make a cuppa everyone. This is a big blog. Well, lots of photos with notes. So I'm here in Paris enjoying the sights and sounds, the music, the atmosphere. Ah, Paris! It is beautiful everywhere I look. I am using the useful knowledge I learned from Jane about pronunciation of the sounds and have been able to communic ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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

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