Outside our hotel in Strassburg, France

On the road again

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August 27th 2011
Saturday, 27th August, 2011 Paris, France The last three days have been spent travelling 1500km from Vienna to Paris, with stopovers in Munich, Germany, and Strasssburg, France. Travelling by car in Europe is somewhat different than travelling in Australia. The German Autobahns are fantastic, mainly three lane highways, and one is able to drive fast. We regularly travelled at speeds of 140 to ... 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