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    Nice is the fifth most populous city in France, after Paris, Marseille, Lyon and Toulouse. Located on the south east coast of France on the Mediterranean Sea, Nice is the second-largest French city on the Mediterranean coast after Marseille. The city is called Nice la Belle, which means Nice the Beautiful, For decades now, the picturesque Nicean surroundings have attracted not only those in search of relaxation, but also those seeking inspiration.

  • Avignon

    Avignon is a French commune in southeastern France, bordered by the left bank of the Rhֳ´ne river. Of the 94,787 inhabitants of the city, about 12,000 live in the ancient town center surrounded by its medieval ramparts. Often referred to as the "City of Popes" because of the presence of popes and anti popes from 1309 to 1423 during the Catholic schism. This is one of the few French cities to have preserved its ramparts. In addition, its historic center, the palace of the popes, Rocher des Doms, and the bridge of Avignon are well-preserved.

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    Aix-en-Provenc, or simply Aix, is a city commune in south of France. It is in the region of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur. The population of Aix numbers approximately 143,000. The Cours Mirabeau is a wide thoroughfare, planted with double rows of plane-trees, bordered by fine houses and decorated by fountains. It follows the line of the old city wall and divides the town into two sections. The new town extends to the south and west; the old town, with its narrow, irregular streets and its old mansions dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, lies to the north.

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    Marseille is the second largest city in France, after Paris. Marseille is listed as a major center of art and history. The city has many museums and galleries and there are many ancient buildings and churches of historical interest. Most of the attractions of Marseille (including shopping areas) are located in the 1st, 2nd, 6th and 7th arrondissements. These include : The Old Port or Vieux-Port, the main harbor and marina of the city. It is guarded by two massive forts (Fort Saint-Nicolas and Fort Saint-Jean) and is one of the main places to eat in the city. The Hotel de Ville (City Hall), a baroque building dating from the 17th century; And more.

  • Arles

    Arles is a city and commune in the south of France. A large part of the Camargue is located on the territory of the commune, making it the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles in 1888–1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there. An international photography festival has been held in the city since 1970.

  • Cannes

    Cannes is a city located in the French Riviera. It is a busy tourist destination and host of the annual Cannes Film Festival and Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. The city is also famous for its luxury shops, restaurants, and hotels. The Promenade de la Croisette is the waterfront avenue with palm trees. La Croisette is known for picturesque beaches, restaurants, cafes and boutiques. Le Suquet, the old town, provides a good view of La Croisette. The fortified tower and Chapel of St Anne house the Musee de la Castre. A distinctive building in Cannes is the Russian Orthodox church.

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    Orange is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region in southeastern France. It is located about 21 kilometres north of Avignon. It has a primarily agricultural economy. The town is renowned for its Roman architecture, and its Roman theatre, the Theatre antique d'Orange, is described as the most impressive still existing in Europe. The fine Triumphal Arch of Orange is often said to date from the time of Augustus or Tiberius, but is probably much later, perhaps Severan. The arch, theater, and surroundings were listed in 1981 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

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    Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is a commune in southeastern France. It is located on a peninsula next to Beaulieu-sur-Mer and to Villefranche-sur-Mer and extends out to Cap Ferrat. Its tranquillity and warm climate make it a favorite holiday destination among the European aristocracy and international millionaires. Nicknamed as one of the pearls on the French Riviera, this quiet fishing village is renowned in the whole world for its peninsula of lush vegetation and rocky beaches, close to other popular resorts such as Èze, the Principality of Monaco and Cannes.

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    Cassis is a commune situated in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region in southern France. It is a popular tourist destination, famous for its cliffs and the sheltered inlets called calanques. The wines of Cassis are white and rose, and not to be confused with creme de cassis, a specialty of Burgundy which takes its name from blackcurrants, not the commune.

  • Antibes

    Antibes is a resort town in the Alpes-Maritimes department in southeastern France. It lies on the Mediterranean in the Côte d'Azur, located between Cannes and Nice. From around the middle of the 19th century the Antibes area regained its popularity, as wealthy people from around Europe discovered its natural beauty and built luxurious homes here. There are 48 beaches along the 25 km (16 miles) of coastline that surround Antibes and Juan les Pins.

  • Saint Paul du-Vence

    Vence is a commune set in the hills of the Alpes Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region in southeastern France between. Within the historic village, a medieval walled village, there are numerous interesting sights and monuments. The Peyra Gate was remodeled in 1810. The fountain was rebuilt in 1822 replacing an older one dating from 1578. Nearby is an oak, donated by Francois I and planted in 1538. The castle is today the Fondation Emile Hugues, a modern and contemporary art museum.

  • St Raphael

    Saint-Raphael is a commune in the Dordogne department in Aquitaine, southwestern France. Saint-Raphael is located at the extreme eastern end of the Var, along the border with the adjacent departement of Alpes-Maritimes, which occupies the far south-eastern corner of France at the frontier with Italy. The commune has a total of thirty-six kilometers (22 miles) of Mediterranean coastline. Saint-Raphaël has four large sandy beaches: one near the city centre, called the Veillat; one at Boulouris; one at Le Dramont, and the fourth at Agay. There are two smaller ones at Anthéor and Le Trayas.

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