Monaco Aquarium is a great place to learn about the marine life and oceans
Monaco Aquarium is part of the Monaco Oceanographic Museum. The museum is located on top of the hill in Monaco and is a great place to visit and explore their collection. There are always various exhibits happening there. Like modern art, or polar explorations etc. Monaco Aquarium is not very big, but it is well […]
La Croisette – scenic and relaxing waterfront promenade in French Riviera, Cannes, France
Cannes, France, is a small town on the French Riviera that is most famous for the film festival. You can get there by driving, but traffic could be heavy, and parking is difficult. Public transport is also a great option,buses and trains are cheap and efficient. The main attraction is the Film Festival Palace – […]
Beautiful nature and amazing hikes in South of France Mercantour National Park
Mercantour National Park is within an hour’s drive from French Riviera. Many tourists visit South France every year and mostly enjoy famous places such as Cannes, Antibes, Nice etc. However, many do not know they can escape the busy coast and enjoy the great nature in the nearby mountains. Boreon to Refuge Cougourde hike photo […]
Taste Provence during port of Nice Cote D’Azur festival
Port Festival – Fete du Port is one of the largest annual festivals in Nice, France. This celebration is fun and admission is free. Provence Food at Nice Port Festival Photo Gallery As the name suggests, this event is centered around the seaport of Nice. The harbor is not very extensive, but it is mostly […]
Port Festival in Nice, France is a fun celebration for everyone
Nice in Cote D’Azur hosts many great events during the year. Port Festival – Fete du Port is an annual festival that attracts many locals and visitors. This celebration is about fun for everyone. Port Festival Photo Gallery Port Festival takes place around the Quartier du Port – 3 blocks around the seaport. The location […]
Amazing interiors of a historic Rothschild villa in south of France
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a great place to visit and see one of the wonderful examples of the Belle Epoque. The villa was build in Italian Tuscan Palazzo style. The interiors totally reflect that and are a pleasure to wander around. You can share and see more pictures by using the tag #VillaEphrussi. Historic […]
Rare antique porcelain sets at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The Villa was built by Baronness Béatrice de Rothschild in 1912, just before World War I. This is one of many beautiful estates in Europe that symbolize the end of the Belle Epoque. Photo Gallery, Antique Porcelain Baronness donated the estate in 1934 and now it is a museum. The building itself is unique as […]
Unique collection of original French mantel clocks
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in French Riviera is a famous landmark and a museum. It has a wonderful collection of porcelain and furniture. However, its collection of old clocks deserves a mention as well. Photo Gallery, Mantel Clocks When you visit this historic Tuscan type palace, you will notice the amazing timepieces in every room. […]
Beautiful architecture of a famous villa in French Riviera
The full name of this famous villa is Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. It is a renowned landmark near Nice, Cote d’Azur, France. Built more than 100 years ago, this palace is a museum now. Photo Gallery, French Villa The mansion is located on the picturesque peninsula Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. French Riviera has a very nice climate and […]
Bakeries are hidden treasures of small French towns
Small towns and villages in France are charming and delightful. They offer nice quiet strolls and relaxing time. There is no need to rush anywhere just observe the scenery, take your time and enjoy the experience. Later at some point you will get hungry and French culture of food will come to the rescue. There […]
Valbonne peaceful and picturesque Provence town
Valbonne is a small town in the south of France near Cannes and Nice. There are a few lovely towns in the mountains in that area of Provence – Grasse, La Colle Sur Loop, Roquefort Les Pins. They all are off the beaten path and well worth the visit. It is easy to explore the […]
Eze charming old village in French Riviera near Nice
Eze is a small village in the French Riviera that has the status of the museum village and is a great day trip destination. Museum village Eze is famous for its Fragonard perfume museum and factory, which is similar to the museum in Grasse and of course well preserved medieval old town. The old town […]
Peek into history of Russia at St Michael the Archangel church in Cannes, France
There are many things to do in Cannes, France. However, if you have tried them all and want to do something different, take a short walk from the famous Boulevard de la Croisette to see the Russian Orthodox church. The exterior architecture is beautiful. The interiors of St Michael the Archangel are done following the […]
Beautiful Russian Church in Cannes is full of history
The church is named after St. Michael the Archangel and is a short walk from the famous Cannes waterfront. The actual street address is 40 boulevard Alexandre III, which is about 500 meters from the eastern end of the promenade. St. Michael, the Archangel Russian Orthodox church in Cannes is a fascinating historical building with […]
Spending Valentines day in Nice, France? Visit amazing Florian confectionery for unique gift ideas
Nice is a beautiful city on French Riviera and an excellent romantic getaway, especially for Valentine’s day. If you plan to be in Nice in February, you most likely considered enjoying Winter Carnival that starts a day before Valentine’s day. Among other things to do in Nice you probably would consider walking along the famous […]
Visit beautiful Fragonard perfume museum for off the beaten path Valentines day idea
Fragonard perfume company celebrates 90 years in 2016. Fragonard was established in Grasse, a small town in the Cote d’Azur region in the south of France. Fragonard perfumeur has a museum in Grasse where you can tour working perfume manufacturing labs. Fragonard also has a small museum in Paris and also a working lab in […]
Paris, France remains premiere Valentines day romantic getaway
Paris, France, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and it retains its charm in the winter season as well. There are so many romantic and irresistible things to do in Paris. Celebrating Valentine’s day in Paris would not be complete without visiting a famous landmark – Tour Eiffel. This elegant […]
South of France hiking trails near Marseille, mountains and sea, beautiful calanques and coves
South of France hiking trails vary in length and difficulty, but regardless these trails will impress visitors with the rugged mountains and beautiful views. Some of the best hiking trails run along the shores of the turquoise Mediterranean sea in the area near Marseille known as Parc National des Calanques – National Park of Coves. […]
Great road trip idea in south of France, visit charming Cassis
Great road trip idea in south of France is to visit charming Cassis that is close to Marseille. This small charming town can be easily reached from Nice as well. You can easily spend a day in Cassis, there is a beach and a beautiful scenic walk along the port waterfront. Spring is a nice […]
Taste traditional french food at local farmers markets in Provence
Local farmers markets in Provence usually happen during the weekends or holidays in all small towns and villages in south of France. These farmer markets will allow you to taste traditional French food and wine and immerse into French culture. These food markets are colorful and vibrant venues. It is an excellent opportunity to learn […]
Things to do in Saint Tropez, explore scenic Saint Tropez citadel
Things to do in Saint Tropez, France should include visiting Saint Tropez Citadel. Saint Tropez is a small town, and the citadel is located on a hill above the port. Citadel is a nice break from the busy port and high-end stores and is less crowded. This location is very scenic and romantic, especially in […]
Avignon France, great European destination to visit in Provence
Avignon, France is a great destination in the South of France. This is a charming old small town in Europe that is a must-see. Avignon is famous for its historic Papal palace and bridge. It is situated on the banks of river Rhone. Its unique geographic location made it important in the middle ages and […]
Colorful France, Romantic Travel Images
France is one of the popular European countries offering great opportunities to take romantic pictures. France travel images are always spectacular, colorful and charming. FPImages shares a collection of beautiful pictures of the most visited places in France and secret treaures that you can discover while traveling to this most admired country in Europe. France […]
Things to do in Cote d’Azur, plan a trip to La Colles sur Loup and enjoy European cityscapes
La Colle sur Loup is a very interesting destination in the South of France where travelers can take amazing pictures of green hills and lovely medieval streets with stone buildings turned into small restaurants, shops, and businesses. If you are thinking of things to do while in Nice, plan a trip to this small Provence […]
La Colles sur Loup a small treasure in Cote d’Azur, European cityscapes in Provence
La Colles sur Loup is a small town in Cote d’Azur, south of France. Located just a short drive from Nice and situated on picturesque hills, the town has typical southern European cityscapes and looks gorgeous within a beautiful natural environment. Looking for things to do in Nice – plan a trip to this small […]
St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Nice, Cote d’Azur
Nice is a beautiful city in Cote d’Azur, France. It was frequently visited by the Russian Tsar and nobility since 1864. St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral was built in 1912 with the help of Nicholas II. This church has a typical Russian style and is one of many famous landmarks in Nice, well worth of […]
IBM industry solutions center in La Gaude, France
La Gaude is situated in the south of France near beautiful Cote D’Azur. This small town of about 7,000 boasts an IBM high technology laboratory. It is an innovation center that is dedicated to providing dedicated business solutions and expertise. The building itself is an architectural gem and is protected. It was designed and built […]
Extreme sailing catamaran series sailing photos from the Promenade
This photo gallery showcases sailing photos of Multihull World Series 2011 – Act 7 Nice France. This nautical event draws thousands of spectators to the famous Promenade des Anglais. Extreme Catamarans had to race in light winds and perhaps this was a challenge for the teams, but for the general public watching from the beach, […]
Simple Provence pleasures – farmer’s market in Nice
Farmer’s market on Cours Saleya in Nice offers a variety of products and traditional French foods – flowers, plants, fresh produce, fine cheeses and meats. There are vendors of traditional Provence items – lavender and lavender oil, soaps, perfume, olives and olive oil from certified regions. French Market in Nice Pictures You can find the […]