The pretty countryside

Off to visit a few more villages

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July 29th 2016
Geo: 44.668, 0.399146After another leisurely morning we headed into Castillon la Bataille for lunch. We enjoyed a nice salad before heading off on our drive to Bergerac, about an hour away. Bergerac is a located on the north side of the Dordogne river. The town has a nice medieval centre which we visited. The narrow streets had lovely old 14th century homes to view, cafes, old squares to sit, an ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine

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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