Europe - 2012 272

Paris, France

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September 14th 2012
Paris Paris. I love visiting this city. I come in from a very comfortable overnight train, one in which I had a reclining seat and not a bed. Still very comfortable, and much cheaper. I have been to Paris several times before, and I was quite familiar with the train station and where my hostel was located. I make my way there, and within a matter of minutes, I was at my hostel checking in. It is a ... 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