Day 14 - To Paris (omg) 31/12 5

Day 14 - To Paris (omg) 31/12

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December 31st 2009
Waking up early wasn't hard this morning. We were heading to Paris. It was one of those impossible things and probably the icon of romance to myself and finally I was about to be there, for New Years Eve as well! The sunrise was gorgeous and I have to say in the end the countryside is kind of more of the same. It does get a touch boring on the bus (which is horrible to say, I'm in France for he ... read more

Europe » France » Paris

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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