Cleopatra's barge

The Carnaval de Nice

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October 1st 2014
My most recent articles were about the relatively sedate and tasteful Lemon Festival in Menton, France. I mentioned that the Carnival in Nice was much larger: it’s also a much gaudier and more raucous extravaganza. Here are some photos from the two times I was able to attend. But first some background … The City: The administrative capital of the Riviera, Nice is Fran ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more