Tag: history
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A few days in Istanbul.
Days 42 to 47 Day 42. I must say it’s a welcome break after nearly six weeks on the bike. My thighs have stiffened up a bit already, but my saddle sore should recover properly. Having said that, I’m already thinking about the second leg, India. Whilst I’ve got a couple of days until Jane…
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Chateaubourg to Ingrandes
Update from yesterday. We strolled into town to find the Bal des Pompiers (loosely translated as Fireman’s Ball) in full swing with live music, food stalls (burger & fries each) and several bars. Brilliant evening! July 14th 2022 Bastille Day. National celebration of Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité. And a reason for cafés and restaurants not to…
