Eiffel Tower at sunset

Parlez-vous anglais?

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March 9th 2007
Paris really turned out to be a fantastic trip. I had been told the city was beautiful, but didn't realize how much I would enjoy it. We had three full days to explore and see as much as we could, and I think we saw just about everything. The Eiffel Tower, Mona Lisa, and Notre Dame were just a few of the highlights. We left early Friday morning to catch the Eurostar from London to Paris at 5:30 ... 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