Bikers arriving

Tour du France 2016

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July 13th 2016
Geo: 44.7921, 1.20028After a lazy morning at our home we headed off to the village of Aigues-Vives. Just before arriving in Aigues-Vives we witnessed the start of a forest fire in a nearby area. Today the Tour du France will be traveling through this village on stage eleven of the event. This is the 103rd running of the Tour du France with 187 competitors. The race is made up of twenty one stag ... 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