WP_20150803_003

August 3rd Chateauroux les Alpes to Dardilly, Lyon)

---

August 4th 2015
We both watched the sun disappear behind the mountains last night & the last of the sun made the mountain top in front of us turn golden...I watched a red squirrel jumping around the trees & eating nuts not 10' away from me, smashing! Went to bed with the news that our Cilla has died... Had breakfast to the sound of the eagles circling above us – how brilliant! We left at a decent time, me havi ... read more

Europe » France » Rhône-Alpes » Lyon

---

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