La Chapelle des Penitents Blancs sculpture

St Paul de Vence

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May 4th 2017
Bus number 400 from Nice to St Paul de Vence took one hour and the journey was well worth the effort. The village sits in magnificent splendour, perched on a hill top with walled ramparts. This ancient village with its old stone walls and red pantile roofs is very attractive. We walked around the exterior of the 16th century ramparts with fantastic views of the surrounding hills and countryside. W ... 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