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Day 4, Paris France

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April 26th 2011
Jacinda & Michael's Wedding Anniversary! We wake up fairly early and are eager to start exploring Paris. We have a light breakfast and do some washing before heading out. The weather is quite mild, warmer than we expected. We soon realise how close we are to the Eiffel Tower- we can see it from the bedroom and as we walk to the end of the block and turn right, and there it is in all it' ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-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