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THE FRENCH RIVIERA
With its glistening seas, idyllic beaches and fabulous weather, the Riviera encapsu-
lates many people's idea of the good life. The beauty is that there is so much more
to do than just going to the beach - although the Riviera does take beach-going
very
seriously: from nudist beach to secluded cove or exclusive club, there is
something for everyone.
Nice
POP 352,400
This classic Riviera city offers exceptional quality of life: shimmering Mediterranean
shores, the very best of Mediterranean food, a unique historical heritage and Alpine
wilderness within an hour's drive.
Nice was founded around 350 BC by the Greek seafarers who had settled Mar-
seille. They named the colony Nikaia, apparently to commemorate a nearby victory
(
nike
in Greek).
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