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Sights in Cannes

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Les Calanques de l'Esterel, Saint-Raphael Les Calanques de l'Esterel, Saint Raphael

Les Calanques de l'Esterel, Saint-Raphael

Dramatic scenery, imposing cliffs and secluded coves near Saint-Raphael

Location
Saint-Raphael

Les Calanques de l'Esterel are rocky inlets and coves that expand from Saint-Raphael to Mandelieu-la-Napoule and drop steeply into the limpid waters of the Mediterranean.

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Visit website La Malmaison

La Malmaison

Art exhibition space in the last remaining part of the old Grand Hotel

Location
Cannes

La Malmaison used to be a part of the original 19th century 'grand dame' hotel - the Grand Hotel - which was demolished and then rebuilt in 1963.

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Promenade de la Croisette Promenade de la Croisette, Cannes

Promenade de la Croisette

Iconic boulevard along the Mediterranean sea

Location
Cannes

The Promenade de la Croisette is the true heart of Cannes. Under the shade of pine and palm trees, this boardwalk stretches for over three kilometres. A great place to soak up the sun and the sea breeze while you check out the best luxury shops and hotels.

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Visit website Le Moulin de Forville (musee Victor Tuby)

Le Moulin de Forville (Musee Victor Tuby)

Provencal mill dating back to 14th century, now a museum

Location
Cannes

Forville Mill dates back to the 14th century. Some of the original presses are still on display, as well as traditional Provencal objects.

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Visit website Basilique Notre-Dame de la Victoire, Saint Raphael

Basilique Notre-Dame de la Victoire, Saint Raphael

Beautiful church built at the end of 19th century inspired by the church of Saint Sophie in Istanbul

Location
Saint-Raphael

This beautiful church was built as part of the plans by Mayor Felix Martin to "transform" St Raphael into a more attractive town for people to live in and tourist resort. Abbot Bernard commissioned the project to architect Pierre Aublé.

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Abbey & Church of Valbonne, Valbonne Abbey of Valbonne, Valbonne

Abbey & Church of Valbonne, Valbonne

Medieval abbey situated in the town of Valbonne

Founded in the 13th century by monks from the Order of Chalais, the church was built between 1199 and 1230. It features minimalist architectural lines, typical of the order which reached its peak at this moment, before its decline and disappearance in 1303.

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Mercantour National Park

Discover nature just an hour north of Nice

The Mercantour National Park is composed of six valleys, with peaks reaching over 3000 metres, glacial lakes, plenty of wild animals and flora unique to Europe.

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Grand Jas Cemetery A cemetery with a sign that says allee des cyclas

Grand Jas Cemetery

An impressive cemetery that showcases the history of Cannes

Location
Cannes

North west from the centre of Cannes is the impressive Grand Jas Cemetery. The cemetery was built in 1866 as the town centre of Cannes kept growing thus creating a need for a bigger cemetery.

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Visit website Chateau de la Napoule, Mandelieu-la-Napoule

Chateau de la Napoule

Beautifully restored French castle with art gallery & gardens

Built in the 14th century, this chateau has been restored and turned into an art exhibition space, visitor centre and venue for weddings and other functions.

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Visit website Baume Obscure Cave, St Vallier de Thiey

Baume Obscure Cave, St Vallier de Thiey

A unique festival of shapes, colours & music 60 metres below ground

The cave boasts a beautiful landscape and mineral gems that are the result of the slow and steady flow of water and limestone. Sound and lighting have been added to make the forms more spectacular.

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Bellini Chapel

Private chapel forming part of Villa Fiorentina, now a museum & gallery

Location
Cannes

Villa Fiorentina dates back to the 19th century and was one of the first luxury villas that paved the way for aristocrats to build their holiday homes in Cannes.

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Lac de Saint-Cassien Nature Park an aerial shot of Lac de Saint-Cassien

Lac de Saint-Cassien Nature Park

Stunning natural lake situated inland west of Cannes and Antibes

Situated in the Fayence area of the Var, not far from the south coast of France, this lake offers a welcome respite in the heat of the summer months.

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Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance, Cannes - Le Suquet Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance in cannes

Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance, Cannes - Le Suquet

15th century church situated on top of the old town of Le Suquet

Location
Cannes

Replacing the old chapel Sainte-Anne, the Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance was completed in 1627, after more than a century of work.

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L'Etang de Fontmerle L'Etang de Fontmerle, Mougins

L'Etang de Fontmerle

Beautiful lotus flower pond on the edge of La Valmasque park

Location
Mougins

This peaceful oasis in Mougins in one of the largest lotus ponds in Europe and is set in a beautiful park with woodlands stretching as far as Antibes.

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Visit website Eglise de Biot, Saint Marie Madeleine church, Biot

Eglise de Biot, Saint Marie Madeleine church, Biot

15th-century catholic church in Biot

Location
Biot

Classified as a historic monument this 15th-century catholic church is located in the heart of the village of Biot.

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Visit website Frejus Cathedral, Frejus

Fréjus Cathedral, Fréjus

This cathedral in central Fréjus is part of a larger fortified medieval complex

Location
Frejus

Dating back to the 5th century when the baptistery was built makes it the oldest in the Provence region and one of the oldest in France. At this ancient, Merovingian style baptistery you can still see a 5th century baptismal basin for full immersion, as well as Roman columns.

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Jardin Botanique de la Villa Thuret, Cap d'Antibes

Stunning botanical gardens and a 19th century villa

Location
Antibes

When Gustave Thuret arrived in Cap d'Antibes, he fell in love with the wild nature of the place and bought five hectares on which to build his stunning villa and cultivate a beautiful park and gardens.

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Visit website Villa Domergue & Gardens at night Cannes

Villa Domergue & Gardens

Wonderful art deco style villa and Mediterranean gardens

Location
Cannes

Built by painter Jean-Gabrial Domergue in 1929 it was originally named Villa Fiesole. The style of the villa is highly influenced by the Italian Renaissance style and a Tuscan villa that the painter had seen near Florence.

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