Place de L'Horlage, Avignon

Sur le Pont d'Avignon

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June 10th 2011
Today it was to be a trip to Avignon, another of the cities in this part of France with a great historical past. Once again we were armed with a city map showing all the carparks, both paid and free. All was uneventful on the drive, having successfully negotiated one deviation and several tempting offers to take the toll road. Once in the city we discovered the officials had taken it upon thems ... 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