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1955: a new step
in Picasso’s life – the mild bay of Cannes! Here, the Villa Californie (private property) became
his new haven for living and creating and it was from here that he produced his
series of works, the Ménines. Perched above the turquoise sea, his studio
offered an inspirational outlook. Cannes and its elegant architecture, its palm
trees and its fine-sand beaches all witnessed the 19th century Anglo-Saxon
effervescence. And don’t forget the International Film Festival that takes place
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To see and do:
- The Castre
Museum: located at the top of old Cannes, in the vestiges of the medieval
castle of the Lérins monks, now a listed historical monument, this museum has
collections of art and objects from Oceania, the Himalayas and the Americas, as
well as a vast collection of Mediterranean antiquities and pre-Colombian
ceramics.
- Le Suquet: the old town of Cannes offers a panoramic view
of the port, the bay and its islands. Its picturesque streets with their
colourful houses lead to the square in front of the Notre-Dame d’Espérance
cathedral, where classical music concerts take place in summer as part of the
Nuits Musicales du Suquet (Suquet musical nights).
- The Lérins
islands in the bay of Cannes: an idyllic setting where nature is preserved.
There are two islands to visit: Ile Sainte-Marguerite with the royal Fort, which
used to be home to the legendary Iron Mask, and Ile Saint-Honorat, with the
Lérins Abbey and its Cistercian community. www.abbayedelerins.com
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- Cookery classes given by
the Apprentis Gourmets: these classes given by top Chefs who have received
Michelin stars are the opportunity to learn their cooking tricks and secrets. www.lesapprentisgourmets.fr
- The Cannes Shopping
Festival: the fashion event of the year on the Côte d’Azur. Prestigious
fashion shows, gala nights, exceptional hotel prices, etc. In January, luxury
becomes accessible in Cannes. www.cannesshoppingfestival.com
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Information :
Office de
Tourisme de Cannes
Palais des Festivals - La Croisette - 06400
Cannes
T: 0033 492 99 84 28
tourisme@palaisdesfestivals.com
www.cannes.travel
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