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Towards the South of France

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April 15th 2013
Next stop was the unmissable Loire region, a long drive from Beauvior to pretty Braciuex. We visited two chateux over two days - extravagant Chambord on bike and the refined Cheverny... there are a few pics of each included here. Chambord was built by, but only lived in for around 45 days, by Francois I. Louis XIV also lived there but no-one enjoyed it much because it was too big and draughty. ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Chateauneuf-du-Pape

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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