Toulouse

Downtown Toulouse

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July 9th 2012
Geo: 43.6044, 1.44295 Monday we decided to spend the day on foot in Toulouse. We took the metro from the end of our street, into centre ville. In the ancient Carmes district we stopped at a wonderful little cafe for lunch, then wandered down along the river. Playing the typical tourists, we went on a river boat ride - which took us through locks and under several of the bridges along the Ga ... 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