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Cannes
[Presentation]
[History]
[Surrounding area]
[Virtual Tour]
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Cannes, he town of prestigious festivals and palatial hotels, extends along
its world-famous Croisette flanked by palm-trees and sandy beaches.
If Nice and Monaco were always looked upon as luxury resorts, Cannes was not
to be outdone and unfurls its splendor in a more serene atmosphere.
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The charm of the old neighbourhoods around the Port and the hill known as
Le Suquet will always enchant the visitor, who mustn't forget to climb the
steps of the Palais des Festivals, trodden by so many international movie-stars.
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Just for the experience, and to be able to tell the tale, climb the hill of Le
Suquet offering a panoramic view of the entire town.
Downtown, stroll around the port and admire the splendid
de-luxe yachts or
wander through the streets behind the Croisette, such as the very elegant
Rue d'Antibes with its many high-class boutiques.
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At the end of the Croisette, discover the Port Canto harbour equipped with modern infrastructures suitable for seafaring tourists. The harbour is surrounded by very pleasant gardens and children's' playgrounds.
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Take the Rue Meynadier, a colourful, typical pedestrian street linking the modern town centre to the old town of Le Suquet. It used to be the main street in Cannes but is now home to numerous boutiques selling clothes and groceries.
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History |
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For a long, long time, Cannes was just a small fishing village huddled around
Mont Chevalier (the hill now called Le Suquet), hardly the target of any
particular strategic ploys. At the time of the French Revolution, it was
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Cannes owes its prestige to Lord Brougham, an Englishman who had to spend
a few days in this tranquil spot back in 1834. Enchanted by its charm
and natural beauty, he returned the following years, accompanied by
ever-growing numbers of aristocratic friends.
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Thus it was that Cannes came
into fashion, and since became one of the most highly sought-after places
in the world.
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The
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Auribeau-sur-Siagne : Magnificent medieval village, drowning in the golden
glow of its mimosa in the month of February.
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Admire the superb view from the church square, overlooking the Siagne gorge, the mountains and the town of
Grasse. Wander through the old village, where certain houses date back to the 14th century.
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Le Cannet : Le Cannet, connected to Cannes by the Boulevard Carnot,
is a small town blessed by a
particularly mild and sunny climate. Visit the historical city with its XVIIIth
houses and, from the Place Bellevue, discover a lovely view of Cannes.
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Vallauris : since Roman times, pottery has been one of the main activities in this town. The re-birth of pottery in Vallauris was launched by Picasso, who took a great interest in painted decorations on earthenware. Many of Picasso's works are exhibited in the Ceramics Museum, the Modern Art Museum and the Picasso Museum. Vallauris boasts more than two hundred master potters.
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Mougins
: a little Proven‡al village nestling at the top of a hill which used to be covered with olive trees and rose fields. Mougins is now greatly appreciated by artists, painters and sculptors. Discover the Notre Dame de Vie ("Our Lady of Life")
renovated Chapel, located 2 km south-east of the village, overlooking the road into Le
Cannet.
If you are a collectors' car fan, make sure you visit the Automobile Museum.
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Strolls
2-hour tour - 1-day
tour - 2-day tour
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