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Last day in Paris

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May 16th 2015
Paris - Day 5 Today we were to visit the L'Orangerie to see the majestic paintings of Monet's Water Lilies only I was among the missing. Just not feeling up to par so I rested while the guys enjoyed two large oval rooms filled ceiling to floor, wall to wall with the magnificent paintings. Even Joe was impressed. The rooms were designed by Monet himself and he donated the works to be displayed t ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-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