medieval building Chinon

Loire valley

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October 5th 2012
My retirement started in style with a visit to the Loire Valley. We stayed in Saumur overlooking the River Loire and the chateau. Very picturesque and quiet. Visited some troglodyte dwellings nearby and it was very interesting to see how the inhabitants who were farming people had lived in the previous century. Chinon was an interesting town with some medieval buildings. The highlight ... read more

Europe » France » Pays-de-la-Loire

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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