Place de la Concorde

Paris is so beautiful

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August 15th 2016
Geo: 48.8567, 2.35099Today we went into Paris for the first time. We didn't want to try to brave driving in Paris, so we took the train to Gare Montparnasse. Nearby we caught a hop-on hop-off bus, called L'Open. This bus travel 4 different circular routes of the city. We decided this would be a good way to get an overview of all the sights. In the morning we saw Invalides, Place de ... 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