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ss Catherine - Burgundy

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September 4th 2016
ss Catherine – Burgundy Woke up this morning in the village of Macon. On the bus at 8.30 for the beautiful trip through the Burgundy countryside to the village of Beaune. We passed on a detour through the lovely little village of Torne half way between the North and the South of France – a good place to stop for lunch (sort of like Hamilton only nothing like Hamilton)with a Michelin star r ... 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