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Beaune, France

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June 1st 2013
We left Gare de Lyoñ at 730am for our train ride to Beaune, Burgundy. Arriving just before 10am,the first stop was to pick up bikes which we had booked for two days. However we were told we only had a booking for the next day. That was OK cos it was kind of chilly. Next stop was to the hotel where we also had a reservation - an old house run by an old lady who had old saggy beds in all the rooms. ... read more

Europe » France

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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