Market in Istres

Aix and Arles

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April 21st 2009
Geo: 43.5249, 5.45414We are off to Aix (pronounced X, like the letter) and Arles. This had us going in a different direction than we had in past so we went through the nearest town to the flat, Istres. I say through but what really happened was we were trying to go through and ended up in a parking structure. Istres was having its market day so the streets were closed. Well, since we are in ... 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