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Paris

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July 27th 2012
JULY 25 The arrival to Paris was... HOT! It was 30 degrees celcius when we landed and we were uncomfortable before we stepped onto the train into the city. We arrived at our hotel around 2 in the afternoon and we decided to go on a walking tour around the Latin Quarter which was the area around our hotel. Needless to say after a ten hour flight with little sleep and an eight hour time change we ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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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