Canal at Sete

Aix Files

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July 9th 2013
Geo: 43.6265, 6.22372 Prior to leaving Sete, we had a walk around the canals and took some photos of the town. After picking up Chloe and Ciara from their host family, we left Sete and headed for Aups, stopping off on the way to see the city of Aix-en-Provence (pronounced Ex). Aix (Aquae Sextiae) was founded in 123 BC by the Roman Consul Sextius Calvinus, who gave his name to its sprin ... read more

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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