the Eiffel Tower

la Tour Eiffel - at last

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September 7th 2010
bon jour encore une fois a Paris. I will be brief as it is already 1 AM, and I did not get in until about 12.30 after a metro expedition back from the Eiffel Tower region in the 7eme. I had wondered how full the hotel was as most of the room keys seem to be on their hooks - but realised tonight when only my key, 13, was on the hook that it means that everyone is sensibly OUT (doh!). I walked dow ... 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