| The
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| Flowering gardens and palm trees line the curve of
Cannes' coastline along the promenade de la Croisette. La Croisette
is a street to explore at a leisurely pace, drinking in the stunning
seaside view. Or, how about a dance with France's lady luck in the
Monte-Carlo Casino? This casino was built in 1878. Enjoy the
elaborate décor and architecture of the game rooms, featuring
stained-glass windows, paintings and sculptures. High-class gambling
requires high-class attire; jacket and tie are required for men. |
| Other
Fun Things to Do |
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For a breathtaking view of Cannes, journey up to the old
town of Cannes on Suquet Hill. From the top you can see the
entire city, the sea and the Lérins Islands. On the hill
you'll also find a 14th century tower (the Tour du Suquet).
Close by in the Château de la Castre is the Musée de la
Castre which features a mix of artwork from 19th-century
paintings to relics of ancient Mediterranean civilizations. |
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Wander Nice's Promenade des Anglais and Quai des États-Unis
to experience the best restaurants, high-class apartments,
cafés and hotels, plus an astonishing view of the
Mediterranean. |
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Inspect the late Prince Rainier III's private collection
of antique cars in Monte Carlo (Monaco). |
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Discover Monaco's Oceanographic Museum. Commandant
Jacques-Yves Cousteau served as Director of the Museum until
1988. Exhibits range from Cousteau's diving saucers and
equipment to a spectacular aquarium. |
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| Get
a Taste of Local Flavor |
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| While in Monte Carlo, try a local
specialty like "barbagiuan", a pastry filled with rice and
pumpkin; "socca", chick-pea flour pancakes; or "stocafi",
dried codfish cooked in a tomato sauce and Provençal herbs. Order a
salade niçoise in Nice - a classic salad made with fresh tomatoes,
mixed leaves, anchovies, tuna, beans and olive oil. Cannes has a
large selection of excellent seafood restaurants. Oh, and don't
forget to have a croissant! |
| Shopping
for Bargains |
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| Along the Promenade de la Croisette in
Cannes, you'll find high-fashion boutiques. Looking for wine, herbs,
olives and oils? Peruse the emporiums on the Rue Meynadier. Cannes
is also home to some of the best chocolatiers. The local specialty
candy may be devoid of chocolate, but these "fruits confits,"
or jellied fruits, are definitely worth sampling. |
| Local
Currency |
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| The Euro (EUR), the currency of the
European Union, is the official currency of France. Many stores and
restaurants also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you
a good exchange rate. When shopping, remember there is a Value-Added
Tax added to most purchases. |
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