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Paris Day 2

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June 24th 2013
Our day started out with a delicious quiche from a local street bakery next to our hotel and we were off to the Louve. Our visit included most of the more famous works of art including; Venus de Milo, Athena in the gallery of statues, Winged Victory, Mona Lisa, The Coronation of Napoleon, La Ingres Odalisque, and Michelangelo's two "Slaves." The Louve was huge and could take a few weeks to act ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-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