The River Seine

End of The Road

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March 25th 2013
It was a bittersweet morning as I came to the realization that today was my last day of travelling before heading back home. After breakfast, I set out for another full day of sightseeing around Paris. As I walked towards the Notre Dame Cathedral, another demonstration was being organized in front of the Hotel De Ville. After yesterday's encounter with the anti-gay crowd on the Champs-Elysees, I d ... 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