Medieval Skyscrapers

These houses were considered amazing feats at the time because they were six an seven stories high while most buildings were no more than two. The reason they build such tall yet narrow buildings was because the homes were taxed based on their ground floor square footage.

Day One - How to Rouen Your Vacation

December 21st 2012
Our plane actually landed at Paris De Gaulle Airport a few minutes early. Perhaps the bumpiness was the result of strong tailwinds. In any case, I made it across the Atlantic in one piece and without using the barfbag. Like all European airports, customs and immigration was quick and painless. It was a pretty nice hike from the arrival gate through immigration where the bored agent didn't even ... read more

Europe » France » Upper Normandy

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

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