First view of the palace

Versailles

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October 3rd 2013
03 October 2013 Having been to Buckingham palace earlier in the trip we thought we ought to visit the French version at Versailles. Parking was difficult as the palace is in the centre of the busy town but we were very lucky in finding a free disabled space on the street a couple of hundred metres from the entrance. So the blue badge saved us again. The palace is ridiculously orn ... 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