Paris fountain

Paris day #18

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July 21st 2012
We woke to another beautiful day here in the city of lights. They say it has been raining a lot here but we are so blessed that we brought the nice weather from the south with us. We enjoyed a leisurely morning before we made our plans for the day. We have been to many of the Paris museums and sites already during our several visits to Paris so we were wanting to create new memories and experie ... 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