St. Andre Nave

Bordeaux, 2010

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February 5th 2011
***www.thetattooedtraveler.com*** Bordeaux was not on our original trip itinerary, but the train ride from Bruges to Barcelona was so long that we decided to stop somewhere along the way. We wanted a small city that could be seen in a day, and Bordeaux seemed ideal. Wine tasting also sounded like a nice break from all the beer in Amsterdam and Bruges. Bordeaux is definitely a beautiful lit ... 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