7.02 - Nice: Nice
What is Nice's special distinction?
"Nice la Belle," (Nice the Beautiful).
Give an example of art decorating the streets of Nice.
An example of art decorating the streets of Nice is a fresco by Guillaume Bottazi gracing the side of a building.
When did the celebration of Carnaval in Nice begin?
Earliest records of the ceremonies date back as far as 1294. Huge floats parade through the seaside streets.
What was discovered in Terra Amata, an archaeological site in Nice considered to be one of the oldest human settlements in Europe?
Evidence of utilization of fire was discovered.
Name 2 artists who were attracted to Nice's natural beauty and light?
Henri Matisse and Marc Chagall.
What other noteworthy areas does the Côte d'Azur (the French Riviera) include?
It includes the sovereign principality of Monaco.
What is the Hotel Negresco?
It is a hotel that opened in 1913. The hotel holds the distinction of a National Historic Building.
What is the Moscow-Nice rail service?
It is a two-day passage that travels through six European countries with 22 stops and provides luxury accommodations. It began again after a lapse of almost 100 years.
Name 3 museums in Nice.
Musée Marc Chagall, Musée Matisse and the Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret.
When did Nice gain renown as a resort for the aristocrats and royalty?
Nice gained renown as a resort for the aristocrats and royalty beginning in the second half of the 18th century.
Where is Nice located?
Nice is located on the southwestern Mediterranean coast
What is an example of a traditional meal from Nice?
Ratatouille represents a traditional meal in Nice. Salade Niçoise. also represents a traditional meal.
What happens during Nice's Carnaval parade?
Tall floats, dancers, musicians and masked participants follow the parade route. Twenty flower-covered floats compete in the Bataille des Fleurs (Battle of the Flowers).
How big is the Côte d'Azur (the French Riviera)?
The Côte d'Azur (the French Riviera) spans about 560 miles of Mediterranean coastline.
What is the NGV?
The NGV (navires à grande vitesse) is a high speed craft that serves as a ferry between Nice and Corsica (an island that is one of the 27 regions of France).
Is Nice a large city?
The largest city of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) Region of France.
What's so special about Nice's Old Quarter?
Vieux Nice, the Old Quarter, offers quaint narrow streets with colorfully painted houses and open air markets. Although called the Old Quarter, Nice actually records a much older history.
What can you find in Nice's open markets?
You can find fresh flowers, spices, fresh fruits and fresh vegetables
When is Carnaval celebrated in Nice?
during the month of February
