Carnival of Nice

Introduction History and Origins The Carnival of Nice, one of France’s largest carnivals, has a long and fascinating history. It dates back to at least 1294, when Charles of Anjou, Count of Provence, mentioned enjoying the “joyous days of Carnival” in Nice. Originally, the carnival had pagan roots and was a celebration to welcome spring…

1 – Carnival of nice Chronologically the Carnival of Nice is one of the first major event of the year. It takes place in February for almost two weeks and is very popular among residents and tourists. Millions of euros are invested in the organisation of this event, especially for the safety-related measures. In a…