Kim's Dessert at Laduree Patisserie

Paris - Day 2

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June 20th 2011
Geo: 48.8567, 2.35099 As we are staying in an apartment, we went out to buy a few supplies. Not easy to find a supermarket in Paris. Darrol, Chloe and Ciara arrived today. After they unpacked and settled in, we went for a walk to Musee L'Orangerie, which contains famous paintings by Monet, Rembrandt, Renoir and Gaugin, plus others. After that, we went to see the Arc de Triumphe, followed by ... 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