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Marseille

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June 27th 2011
Marseille was another day trip only two hours away. Marseille looked like a nice city right beside the beach. It is the second biggest city in France which is a change from all the unknown villages. Once we got there we discovered it was not what we thought it was like. The whole city smelt like urine, everywhere you went you could smell it. The street gutters were also covered in rubbish and a lo ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Marseille

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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