me in front of the eiffel tower

Ma premiere fois en Paris!

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January 12th 2007
Hello everyone! I just spent the last few days in Paris and it was such a great experience- I can't wait to go back! Rouen is only about one hour and 20 minutes from Rouen so it was really easy to get to. In France they also have discount train tickets for people between the ages of 12 and 25, called a "Carte 12-25" which is valid for a year, so my friends and I all bought one. With the card, ... 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