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VIEUX NICE
Numerous foreign aristocrats and sundry rich and famous may have colon-
ized other parts of the city, but Old Nice, just below the castle hill, belongs
firmly to the Niçois, who claim it with Mediterranean gusto. Tiny streets
throb with arm-waving commerce; Baroque architecture slots in among
hanging washing, galleries, craft workshops and food stalls. The noise,
aromas and colour recall the city's long links with Italy - Nice became
French as late as 1860. The atmosphere lasts well into the night in the many
bars, restaurants and clubs.
Office du Tourisme • 5 prom des Anglais • 08
92 70 74 07 •
www.nicetourism.com
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1. COURS SALEYA
The great square (or rather, oblong) bursts to life in the morning sun every Tuesday
to Sunday with the world-famous flower market. Come evening, bar and restaurant
terraces buzz. On Monday mornings the flower market is replaced by an antiques
market. This is Old Nice's focal point, colourful and vigorous.
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2. PALAIS LASCARIS
From the façade to the grand staircase and 17th-century noble's apartments beyond,
the scale and decor of this Baroque palace is sumptuous.
Palais Lascaris • 15 rue
Droite • Open 10am-6pm Wed-Mon • Free
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3. CHAPELLE DE LA MISERICORDE
If you see only one of Nice's Baroque churches, make sure it is this one. The splend-
our of the decoration makes it one of the world's best examples of the style.
Chapelle de la Miséricorde • cours Saleya • Open 2:30-5pm Tue, 10:30am Sun for
mass
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