Brief map of the French Riviera
Students waiting for TGV to the French Riviera from Paris
Fast Train to the
French Riviera
Aboard the train to the
French Riviera
Aboard the train to the
French Riviera
Passing through Cannes
Bus tour of the French Riviera
Scenic Bus Tour
Scenic Bus Tour
Scenic Bus Tour
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The French Riviera:
Nice, Eze, Cannes, The Principality of Monaco and Monte Carlo
The French Riviera
Because so many artists have found inspiration here, the French Riviera is home to many movie stars, the rich and famous, artists, entertainers, and fine museums and galleries of modern and contemporary art. The Riviera also hosts the Cannes film festival, the Monaco Grand Prix, the celebrity playround of St-Tropez, Nice, which is the capital city of the Riviera which has a grand yearly carnival with colorful flowers and fruits. In Nice, you can also find the Matisse and Chagall museums, and the acquarium.
Nice
This is the capital of the Cote d'Azur and Queen of the Riviera. Nice is also a famous toursit center and a winter and summer resort. According to reports, standing at the head of the Bale des Anges, Nice is sheltered by an amphitheatre of hills. Its popularity comes from the charm of its setting, its, artistic treasures, the wonderful climate and countless attractions, including the nearby skiing slopes. The Nice Carnival is famous and they also host a Jazz Festival. There are many fruit and flower markets in Nice.
To Be Continued....
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