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Condom - What's in a name?

What an odd name! Ray takes us on a journey to discover some rather oddly named locations in France.
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Carcassonne et tout ça — what's your view?

The easy way out is to hope & pray that none of this leads back…
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Vie Française

Inspiring Women: trekking the Compostelle pilgrimage – Alix Baboin-Jaubert

A 1800 kilometre pilgrimage is tough at the best of times – but alone, in…
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Myth or legend? Angelic interventions and sex changes on the Way of St James

The Way of St James inspires many myths and legends, which story do you believe?
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The Way of St James: just do it!

Ever wanted to go on pilgrimage? Just do it! Here’s all you need to know…
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Picasso in Paris: is it the ultimate studio for the consummate artist?

As a foundational figure in modern art, discover what influenced and inspired Picasso in Paris.
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"Les chansons, c'est comme les prières. Ça ne sert qu'à endormir le peuple - Extrait de Le marquis de la dècheThe songs are like prayers. It serves only to lull the people.  "

Roland Dorgelès. Translation

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Il a une descente que je n'aimerais pas remonter en vélo He's got a slope that I wouldn't like to climb up on a bike - (it's used to talk about someone who can drink large amounts of alcohol very quickly)
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