Avignon 4

Avignon

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August 10th 2014
It is interesting to see and read the rivalry between Avignon and Carcassonne. It is like Sydney and Melbourne. Here they have both ancient fortresses. We are sleeping inside the old walls of Avignon in a hotel of course. Avignon has a history of five thousand years. It 's strategic position made it of interest of to all. Such as the Phoenicians, and Romans. From the 14th century it became the Chr ... read more

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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