Fountain in museum square Lyon

Day 20

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June 7th 2015
Lazy morning as we head off to walk off a big brekky. Back on the tube and down to old Lyon again. Something different this morning as a teenage boy joins us on the train, playing the piano accordion. He then sends possibly his sister who is 8-10 with a cup asking for money. We thought we had seen all the beggars and gypsies different ways, but this was unique. Reaching old Lyon this t ... 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