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Oh Paris je t'aime

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September 20th 2014
Up early and full of beans - made our way straight to the Eiffel Tower only to be disappointed by the already very long queues. Thankfully they moved quickly and we were at the summit before we knew it. The views were breathtaking - Paris really is a beautiful city. After pushing through a sea of people to get a lift down to the halfway point, we decided to take the stairs down. My legs were shaki ... 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