dijon1

In Dijon

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May 23rd 2011
bonjour mes amis I am working from a computer with a european keyboard, so please excuse the typos I am at the half-way point of my trip with respect to both time and location; I'm currently in the city dijon. it is a beautiful medieval city; but it is quiet and quaint, a much differnt atmosphere from the bustling streets of paris. I am staying in the old dijon part of the city, everythi ... read more

Europe » France » Burgundy » Dijon

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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