Things to do in Nice

Nice's Old Town is truly charming! The intricate network of alleyways feels like an adventure. Brightly colored houses line both sides, along with various interesting shops and delicious restaurants. Here, you can experience a rich Southern European atmosphere; it's incredibly romantic and perfect for a leisurely stroll and enjoying a relaxing time.

A Winter's Glow Over the Bay of Angels The winter glow of Nice is a visual feast not to be missed. At dawn, the Bay of Angels is covered with a thin layer of snow, its fine white sand and pebble beaches half pure white and half deep black. As the first rays of sunlight pierce through the clouds, the entire bay is instantly bathed in a warm orange-gold hue, the sea shimmering like it's been sprinkled with diamonds. The colorful old buildings, illuminated by the glow and snow, take on an oil painting-like quality. Warm yellow walls and pale pink roofs appear even more gentle under the snow, while the silhouettes of palm trees are outlined with graceful lines in the golden light. The waves gently lap against the shore, creating a soft, pattering sound, and together with the snow-covered Castle Hill in the distance, a breathtaking scene. This romance is not always available; the once-in-a-decade snowfall and the perfectly timed glow combine to create this uniquely Mediterranean gentleness. Standing on the streets of Anglo-Saxon, watching the golden sunlight gradually melt the snow, you'll understand that Nice's winter is more worthwhile than you might imagine.

The villa is surrounded by nine gardens, including French gardens, Spanish gardens, and Japanese dry landscape gardens… Walking through the gardens, you see the pink villa above, flowers below, and the boundless sea in the distance. This location is truly a viewpoint favored by God.

It happened to be winter when I went there, so there were almost no people on the beach. The sea water was not as blue as in summer, but the light blue hue was also unique. Although it is also close to the Mediterranean Sea, the sea breeze is much milder than that in Tel Aviv and Alexandria, Egypt, and the climate is mild and pleasant. No wonder Matisse went to Nice for recuperation in winter. This time there was a strike, and the city's transportation was on strike. I just walked around the old town and the beach, strolled on the English Promenade, and picked up stones on the beach. I could spend a whole day there.

The botanical garden on the top of the hill in the town of Eze was once a castle. It was destroyed by Louis XIV's army during the Spanish War in 1706, and the ruins of the castle became the current botanical garden. In the exotic botanical garden, hundreds of exotic plants are gathered, including: agave, aloe, cactus, etc. There are more than 400 varieties in total, mainly from America and Africa. In addition to these exotic flowers and plants, there are also many sculptures by French sculptor Jean Richard Philips.

The walk to the top of the hill can be completed within half an hour, which is rather comfortable and suitable for family travelers. There were some ruins of an ancient church and fortress. The panorama of Nice is also breathtaking for travelers. The visit could normally be completed within two hours.

Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a small mountain village between Nice and Cannes. It is surrounded by medieval walls, but it is a modern art sanctuary. It is said that Picasso loved this village very much. De Vence is close to the mountains and the sea, and its geographical location should be very important. The stone road in the village is winding, and medieval buildings are lined on both sides of the road. In the 16th century, France was invaded twice in the war with Italy. Therefore, in order to improve its low defense capabilities, the then French King François I, a patron of art and culture in the Renaissance, ordered the construction of strong walls and gates from 1543 to 1547. The city walls have been preserved to this day, and some military defense-style buildings can also be seen in the city.

In summer, come to the lotus pond to pick lotus pods. A wooden boardwalk has been built, allowing you to walk directly to the middle of the pond and pick the lotus pods without stepping in the mud. The large pods are within easy reach. Freshly picked lotus seeds are tender, white, sweet, and crisp; a bite is refreshingly sweet and not greasy. They're sold by weight, cheaper than at the market. Sitting by the boardwalk, slowly peeling them, the cool breeze blowing from the pond is delightful. They taste better than store-bought lotus seeds. Spending a leisurely afternoon there leaves you feeling refreshed, even your breath is filled with the fragrance of lotus blossoms.

The colorful houses are also a beautiful scenery. It is close to the seaside and there are many small boats for sightseeing. The roads are full of tourists. It is very lively during the tourist season. Many of the hotels here are also worth visiting.

The Place Massena in Nice is not far from the Bay of Angels. The buildings here are built along the bay. The square is large and lively. The architectural design is also very beautiful. There are many cafes and restaurants for tourists to relax and taste delicious food.