London to Paris 020

London to Paris

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May 17th 2011
This morning we were up quite early to catch the 7am train from Victoria to St Pancras to meet our connection to Paris on the Eurostar!!! The underground tube train was very crowded and we nearly got crushed in the rush. We really enjoyed our trip on the Eurostar and were very surprised at how quickly you cross into France. We were no sooner in the tunnel and we were out again. I had to ask som ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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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