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Nice - the French Riviera

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December 10th 2014
Very early start to my day today to catch a flight from Geneva, but worth the getting up early to arrive and get settled in by lunchtime at my hotel. I decided to take a walk to the main promenade, but in doing so just had to have a crepe of course, French style. From having my lunchtime snack, I walked along the promenade, but then onto the pebbled beach. The waves were rolling in, the sound w ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Nice

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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