Crucifix in Chapelle de Trémalo

Pont Aven

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September 17th 2012
One of the things we love about staying in B&Bs is getting to meet new people over breakfast. This morning we had breakfast with a retired French couple from Lyon whose daughter is married to a Kiwi. Their English was excellent (far better than our appalling French) so we had quite a long conversation. A mere 600m from our front door, and a very pleasant walk along the tree-lined road between f ... read more

Europe » France » Brittany

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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