The main city "promenade", the symbol of Nice and the center of the local establishment. The embankment stretches for 6 km along the bay with the poetic name "Bay of Angels". The name of the place goes back to the XVIII century, when wealthy Englishmen began to come to Nice to survive the cold winter. The pavement of the embankment has seen many famous people from F. Nietzsche to members of the Romanov imperial family.

A neoclassical luxury hotel located on the English Embankment. It is a symbol of the entire Cote d'Azur. The hotel opened in 1913, among its famous guests were Coco Chanel, M. Dietrich, E. Hemingway. The original ceiling of the medieval castle was used to decorate the Louis XIV salon (one of the hotel rooms). The design of the luxury apartments of the hotel is unique, each room has an individual name and interior.

The blocks located near the embankment, with buildings of the XVI-XVII centuries, which make up the historical center of Nice. The area of the old town is small – only a couple of square kilometers. The place is a maze of narrow stone streets, fanned by medieval romance and enveloped in the atmosphere of refined French antiquity. Most of the attractions are located on the territory of the historical center.

The sea gate of the city, which adjoins the picturesque embankment and the lively marina. Despite the abundance of yachts and other vessels, the water in the port bay is so clean that fishermen can often be seen here. The port began to be built in the middle of the XVIII century, the construction lasted more than 100 years. Cruise liners often dock here, as Nice is included in most Mediterranean routes.

The square was built during the XIX century. Now it is considered one of the most beautiful squares in Nice. The place was named in honor of A. Massena – a talented and successful French commander. There are many interesting architectural objects around the square, in the southern part there is a fountain "The Sun" with a 7-meter statue of Apollo installed in the middle.

At the end of the XVIII century, a large wasteland was located on the site of Garibaldi Square, which began to be built up in 1780. Gradually, the wasteland turned into a lively area, in 1869 a picturesque small garden was laid out here. The place was named after the national hero of Italy Giuseppe Garibaldi. This was not done in vain, as the architecture of the square resembles a typical Italian piazza.

The gallery was created with the direct participation of the artist himself, who lived in the vicinity of Nice in the 1960s of the XX century. The building was erected on the ruins of an old estate designed by architect A. Erman. Chagall worked on the design of the garden and on the stained glass windows. The museum was opened in 1973. Visitors can admire the master's creations, created under the influence of studying Biblical texts.

The exposition of the museum is dedicated to the work of the famous painter A. Matisse. Not only the master's paintings are exhibited here, but also his personal belongings. The collection is located in a Genoese villa of the XVII century. The maestro has lived in Nice for almost 40 years, many of his works are picturesque landscapes of the incomparable French Riviera, which are currently on display in the museum. Matisse himself is buried nearby on the territory of the monastery.

The gallery was created in 1990 by the project of architects A. Vidal and I. Bayard. According to the standard concept, the Museum of Modern Art exhibits works of art of the second half of the XX century. Of particular interest are the works of contemporary artists – residents of Nice, such as Armand, Cesar or Klein. The museum building itself is an interesting art object with a roof garden and glass corridors.

The collection is housed in a historic 19th-century mansion built in the neoclassical style for the Russian Countess Maria Kochubey. The collection mainly presents works by French artists of the second half of the XIX century, but there are also works from the period of classicism and the Renaissance. In the Museum of Fine Arts, you can admire the canvases of Sisley, Degas, Massa, Dufy, Monet and Shire.

The small building of the museum was erected at the end of the XX century according to the project of the Japanese architect K. Tange. The idea to create such a place came to the head of the Mayor of Nice J. Medsen, who has successfully worked in this post for five whole terms. The collection contains about 200 exhibits brought from Japan, China, India, Tibet. The museum building is located on the shore of a small artificial lake in one of the city parks.

The collection is located on the territory of the neoclassical palace, located on the English Embankment. The building was erected at the very beginning of the XX century. The mansion was named after Andre Massena– a marshal of the Napoleonic era. In 1919, the heir of the military commander presented the palace to the state and wished that a free museum would start working on its territory. The authorities gladly accepted the gift, and since then the Massena Museum has opened its doors to the general public.

A monumental building in classical style, located in the historical center of Nice. It was erected at the end of the XIX century on the site of the old Dominican monastery (the monastery was destroyed during the French Revolution). The building is very popular with local youth, in the evenings dozens of people are placed on stone steps with drinks and food. Sometimes street musicians perform on the square in front of the Palace.

The stage building is located on the territory of the old town. Since its foundation in 1826, the theater has been considered one of the best provincial opera stages in France. Unlike the metropolitan Opera Garnier, tickets are sold here at more affordable prices. Very talented actors play in the local troupe. The repertoire mainly consists of classical productions of musical works by famous authors.

One of the largest Orthodox churches in Western Europe. The cathedral was erected on the site of the mansion where the heir to the Russian throne, Nikolai Alexandrovich (son of Alexander II), died. During his journey, the Tsarevich fell ill and died in Nice. By the will of his father, a chapel was erected in memory of the young man. At the beginning of the XIX century, the Orthodox community, in need of a large church, began the construction of a full-fledged church.

The Cathedral of Nice, which was built and consecrated in 1699. Up until 1903, the building continued to be overgrown with additional extensions. The temple is named after Saint Reparata, a young Christian martyr who was ruined by the Romans for her faith. It is believed that the body of the saint was placed in a boat and launched on a free journey across the Mediterranean Sea. As a result, the ship landed on the shores of Nice.

The church building is one of the main attractions in Nice. The basilica was built in an elegant Neo - Gothic style in the middle of the XIX century according to the project of Sh . Lenormand. The bright facade is decorated with gilding, which gives the temple an elegant and festive look. Notre-Dame de Nice was built immediately after the city was annexed by France. From the outside, the temple resembles the famous Notre Dame Cathedral.

The church was built very close to the port, so after it was built in the middle of the XIX century, it became known as the "port parish". Previously, the temple was surrounded by modest fishermen's houses, now in their place is a quiet and respectable urban area. Zh . worked on the church facade . Febwrom. The interior is decorated with works belonging to the brush of E. Costa. The temple has a second name – the Church of the Immaculate Conception.

The Franciscan monastery of the XVI century, surrounded by a magnificent medieval park (the oldest on the Cote d'Azur). The interior of the monastery cathedral is decorated with a carved wooden altar, which is covered with gold leaf. The church also houses a stone cross of the XV century. On the territory of the monastery there is a small cemetery with the grave of A. Matisse. The Franciscan Friars Museum is open for tourists.

The observatory building is located on the Mont-Gross hill. It was built according to the project of G. Eiffel and S. Garnier. The structure is crowned with a rotating dome 24 meters in diameter. Initially, the observatory belonged to the Sorbonne University, but after the First World War the building was in disrepair for a long time, and only in 1988 there was some revival. In addition to a scientific institution, the observatory serves as a popular attraction.

The fort is located in the east of Nice in a hilly area on the territory of the Mont Baron Park. The fortress was built in 1560 for defensive purposes to prevent an enemy attack from the sea. The architectural complex is a reference example of French military architecture. Some buildings are quite well preserved. From the height of the hill on which Alban stands, a fabulous view of the Bay of Angels opens.

The 1928 monument dedicated to the victims of the First World War. The monument is perfectly visible both from the sea and from the embankment. Surprisingly, this war memorial, located in the calm and peaceful Nice, is one of the most impressive in all of France. It reaches a height of 32 meters. The names of the inhabitants of Nice who fell during the battles are carved on the stone slabs of the monument.

Kur Saleya is a street where the city's grocery and flower markets are located, as well as an antique bazaar that gathers antique lovers from all the surrounding areas once a week. In addition to a huge variety of flowers, cheese, vegetables, wine, spices and other food are sold here. During the daytime, the market is quite crowded, so it's better to come in between 6.00-8.00 in the morning.

A fragrant flower park located in the western part of Nice. On its territory you can enjoy the view of the lush Mediterranean flora, stroll among the bright flower beds and relax your soul. Nice has many picturesque parks, but Phoenix occupies a special place among them. He is preferred by both locals and tourists. The park is spread over an area of 7 hectares, its space is divided into 12 thematic zones.

In the distant XII century, there was a fortress on the top of the hill, hence the name Castle Hill. You can climb using the stairs leading from the hotel "Suisse", or use the winding hiking trail. At the top there are several viewing platforms from where tourists admire the surroundings of Nice, the view of the azure marina and the beauty of the well-groomed city embankments.