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 Enchanting performances and venue |
46 Boulevard du Mont Boron Villa Serpolette Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 (0)4 9356 5141 http://www.azuriales-opera.com... |
Providing the perfect backdrop for some of the best cultural performances, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is home to the Les Azuriales Opera Festival. Watch beautifully sung operas like "Apollo & Hyacinthus", "Tosca – Puccini" and "Madama Butterfly" in their original languages. Encourage blossoming young talent at the Concert des Jeunes Solistes and mingle at the posh dinners. After the concerts, guests can have dinner in the villa gardens or enjoy the view with a sparkling glass of champagne. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not to be missed! |
Quai des États-Unis Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9214 4800 (Tourist Office) |
Visitors and locals alike come to gawk at the colorful, eye-catching procession of floats filled with people in fancy dress, and get showered in confetti and flowers as it passes by. The astounding festivities are animated by brass bands, majorettes, clowns on stilts and grosses têtes (carnival-goers dressed as fun figures wearing huge papier mâché heads). A hundred-year-old tradition is kept alive on the evening of Mardi Gras, when the King's Float is burned on the Quai des États-Unis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Michela Mongardi |
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 Photo: Michela Mongardi |
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 Photo: Susan Juan |
 Celebrate Nice's Patron Saint's Day |
Place Rossetti (Basilique Ste-Réparate) Nice 6300 France +33 4 9362 3440 |
The city celebrates its patron saint's day in early October, when the procession and festivities in honour of Sainte Reparate take place in the city's old quarter, near Place Rossetti and the Cathedral. Martyred in Palestine in 250AD at the tender age of 15, local legend has it that she was washed ashore one autumn evening in a small boat guided by a dove. Although Sainte Reparate's day is October 8, the procession always takes place on either the Sunday before or after this date. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A shower of stars |
Promenade des Anglais Nice 6300 France |
Every July 14th the whole of France celebrates the storming of the Bastille, the event that heralded the French Revolution. In Nice, experience the legendary Promenade des Anglais illuminated by brilliant fireworks set off just offshore. The dazzling shower of stars shimmers and sparkles in their Mediterranean reflection. Bear in mind that the display is rather short (around 15 minutes) and starts only when it's absolutely pitch black (generally 10p-11p). Arrive early to stake out a prime spot on the Promenade or on the beach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Louise Williams |
 Midsummer festivities |
Petit Port de Carras Bld. Industriel Nice 6000 France |
As night finally begins to fall on the longest day of the year, Nice's torchlight procession begins. Wood fires are lit on the beach, according to the St. John's day tradition, creating an altogether magical scene. Various activities are on offer: folk dances, kids' shows, and food stalls of local specialties to celebrate the summer solstice. With full support from the city, the business and artisan sectors of the Californie district invested in the organisation of this annual festival evening, creating free attractions for all. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Folklore and fun |
Place du Monastère de Cimiez (Jardins des Arènes de Cimiez) Nice 6000 France |
Originally created to celebrate the rebirth of nature and honour the earth goddess, this pagan festival, like many others, has gradually become a popular event. Events take place on May 1st, and on every Sunday and public holiday in May, in the Jardins et Arts de Cimiez. Folklore groups bring out their costumes and strike up their songs, and Nice's culinary specialities are there for the sampling. The traditional bal musette?a popular dance accompanied by the accordion is one of the crowd favourites. Games and archery are organized for the kids. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Film For a Good Cause |
98000 Monaco Place Du Casino Nice France http://www.monacofilmfestival.... |
The Monaco Charity Film Festival not only provides aspiring filmmakers with a platform on which to present their projects, but also provides aid to poverty-stricken youth by donating its proceeds to affiliated charities. Its dual purpose is to expose people to new developments in cinema and promote awareness about the problems facing the world. The festival takes place at the Hotel De Paris. There are film screenings, cocktail parties, a gala dinner, film workshops, and musical performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The Best In Antiquities |
Avenue des Ligures (Chapiteau Espace Fortvieille) Nice 98000 France +377 9798 5000 http://www.promocom.mc/ |
Bringing together around 40 of the finest international antique galleries, Monte-Carlo Antiquities is primarily intended for informed collectors and enthusiasts. The general public is free, however, to wallow a little in the nostalgia of the luxurious past these beautiful and often monumentally expensive pieces conjure up. There are some exceptional items on display, reflecting the eminence of the Monacan Principality, including paintings, sculptures, jewellery, furniture and crockery. Monte-Carlo is around 20km from Nice. Admission: around EUR 8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz Greats in the Open Air |
Boulevard de Cimiez (Arènes de Cimiez) Nice 6000 France +33 1 47 23 07 58 http://www.nicejazzfest.com/ |
The biggest names in jazz have been performing here amid the olive groves in the magnificent Arènes et Jardins de Cimiez since 1948: James Brown, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Didier Lockwood, Maceo Parker, Claude Nougaro, Lou Reed, Chick Corea and Martial Solal, to name but a few. The infectious atmosphere spreads to a selection of private venues during the festival, as jazz takes over the beaches and nightclubs. Don't miss the jam sessions at the Radisson. Tickets are available from FNAC or on-site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Mediterannean Encounter With Design |
Avenue des Ligures (Espace Fontvieille) Nice 98000 France +377 97 98 50 00 |
Salon Décoration et Jardin offers an exquisite exhibition of design and décor, with pieces ranging from the form, function, and originality of cutting-edge contemporary designers to more classical approaches to the medium. Interior offerings include furniture, lamps, and textiles, while the exterior garden showcases serene examples of professional landscaping. Each exhibition is complemented by activities and demonstrations, such as pottery making and flower arranging. Open since 1989, Salon Décoration et Jardin has welcomed one hundred exhibitors from various countries. Private parking is provided. Entry costs 5 EUR, and is free for children under 12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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On your mark |
Promenade des Anglais Nice 6000 France +33 (0)4 9326 1988 http://www.nicesemimarathon.com/ |
This half marathon21km longis open to everyone, so start training now! Run in early spring, before it gets too hot, the race takes place along the Promenade des Anglais, which lines the coast and which is, of course, closed to traffic during the race. The 4,000 or so who compete each year have to complete the race in less than three hours, to the encouraging cheers of the thousands-strong crowds. 3km and 10km races are also run alongside the half marathon. Registration is available online. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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