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1 Esplanade du Président Kennedy Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9392 8300 http://www.nice-acropolis.com/ |
The Acropolis Exhibition Centre, composed of the Palais des Congrès and the Palais des Expositions, is a modern and well-equipped facility that stages business events, performances, conferences, concerts, and anything else an event-planner can dream up. The management takes pride in the balanced symbiosis between "man and machine" at the Acropolis; the smooth functioning necessary to host large events combined with the spirit and passion necessary to make them memorable. It is conveniently and centrally located, accessible on foot from most tourist destinations and by public transportation. See website for current programming and rental information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Benoit Darcy (zdar.net)  |
 Photo: Oren Levine |
 Photo: Benoit Darcy (zdar.net) |
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 Photo: Justine Dolorfino |
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Artistic viewpoint |
Avenue de Saint-Sébastien Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9362 6162 http://www.mamac-nice.org/ |
Situated on the roof terraces of Nice's modern art museum, musée d'Art Moderne et d'Art Contemporain (MAMAC), this little garden and wall walk is a curious sight. Nevertheless, the garden boasts a truly wonderful view over Nice - the modern city as well as the old town with its red-tiled rooftops, and the range of hills that encircle the city. A few artistic works are scattered along the length of this Garden of Eden, and sound recordings create the impression of being in the heart of the forest, treating your ears to birdsong and rustling leaves. Access to the garden can only be gained through the museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Exceptional collections |
60 Boulevard Risso Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France +33 4 9713 4680 http://www.mhnnice.org |
The natural history museum in Nice was closed for many years and only reopened in December 2002. It has an impresive collection of zoological, geological and botanical specimens from the Mediterranean, including 200,000 fossils, 40,000 shells, and 7,000 birds. The museum has made its permanent collection more interactive, with audio-visual and light-sound effects. Temporary exhibits take place regularly, and real fans will want to request access to the vast museum research library. Guided tours are every Wednesday at 3p. Entry is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An old & famous square |
1 Place Garibaldi (Rue Cassini) Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côted'Azur 6300 France +33 (0)4 9392 8282 (Tourist Information) |
On the edge of the old town, this pretty square was created at the end of the 18th century under the supervision of Antoine Spinelli, who also designed one of the square's most beautiful buildings, the Chapelle du Saint-Sépulcre. In the center of this square stands the statue of Joseph Garibaldi, "Hero of the Two Worlds", built in 1891 by Etex and Gustave Deloye. On the square, you can enjoy a drink or two, or sample the excellent seafood dishes of the famous Grand Café de Turin. It's also not far from the harbour of Vieux-Nice, the Colline du Château hill, the municipal theatre and the Modern Art Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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