Not a great selfie!

Eiffel Tower here we come!

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August 22nd 2016
Geo: 48.8567, 2.35099We headed into Paris again today. It is a convenient 25 minute train trip from Versailles to Montparnasse Station, where we get the Metro to the Eiffel Tower. Despite reports about it being very busy, we were pleased to find ourselves at the top of the Tower in under an hour. And it was worth the wait - the view from the top is spectacular! The upper deck is nearly 1000 ... 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