Double spiral staircase, Château de Chambord

Wednesday, June 22, 2016 - Bourges to Paris

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June 22nd 2016
We thought this day was going to be a simple day of visiting two of the Loire Valley châteaus and then driving back to Paris to turn in the rental car. After visiting the chateaus, however, it turned into a test of wills between us and the Paris traffic. I cannot begin to tell you how bad it is. It took us about 2-½ hours to go about 35 km. Ughhhhh The Loire Valley has a number of large châtea ... 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