St Maclou church in Rouen

Travel Day-Rouen

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April 21st 2015
Geo: 49.4424, 1.09849Started early with taxi pickup in London at 5:15 am. Eurostar to Lille, then train change to Rouen. Dot had a minor panic attack on the train from Lille to Rouen. She thought we were supposed to go through Paris and when we didn't, she couldn't quite figure what happened. but it all worked out.to my sisters: had to pay 70 pence (about .90 US) to use the toilets at ... read more

Europe » France

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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