Final day in Paris, and so much left unseen 1st Floor North Wing of Louvre

Final day in Paris, and so much left unseen

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October 28th 2010
A good friend told me he's spent weeks in Paris and only scratched the surface. We knew that 6-7 days was only going to wet our appetite, and it's done that - ten fold. This is an amazing city. It's ties to a distant past, married with where the city is going today gives it a truely unique vibe. We spent a few days in Rome on our last venture, and didn't get anywhere near the same feeling from ... read more

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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