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Rest Day in Annecy (0km)

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June 21st 2017
There's not much to say about today (although it's only 4:15 as I write, so who knows what may yet transpire) - I slept in, wandered down to the lake where I enjoyed the cooling breeze from my bench in the shade while I watched other tourists amble about, and then retreated to the air conditioned comfort of my hotel room for a snooze as the day started heating up. In keeping with the theme of t ... 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