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Auvers sur L'Oise to Bougival (39 kms cycled)

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June 16th 2011
This morning we had some time to explore Auvers sur L'Oise before we set out on our bikes. It is possible to walk around the town and see many of the vistas that Vincent Van Gogh painted during the last two months of his life. We managed to walk out to the cemetery where he is buried and photograph a couple of the scenes that he painted but, once again, much more time could be spent in the tow ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Bougival

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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