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just back from a week in Antibes, France - took a series of these photso on the prom
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In the 5th century BC, the Greeks founded a small trading post named Antipolis. Nestled along the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, it quickly became a bustling hub of commerce and culture. The Romans, recognizing its strategic importance, took over in the 2nd century BC, leaving behind roads and aqueducts that whispered tales of ancient engineering marvels.
As centuries passed, Antibes faced numerous invasions. Pirates and marauders threatened its peace, prompting the construction of formidable fortifications. These walls, standing tall and proud, protected the town and its people, allowing them to thrive amidst the chaos of history.
Fast forward to the present day, and Antibes is a vibrant blend of old and new. The Vieil Antibes, or Old Town, is a labyrinth of narrow, cobblestone streets. Here, the scent of freshly baked bread mingles with the salty sea breeze, and the morning markets buzz with life as locals and tourists alike hunt for treasures.
Perched on a hill overlooking the sea is the Château Grimaldi, now home to the Musée Picasso. The castle’s ancient stones have witnessed centuries of change, and within its walls, Picasso’s masterpieces tell stories of creativity and innovation.
For those seeking adventure, the Le Sentier du Littoral offers a scenic coastal path with breathtaking views of the azure waters. Families find joy at Antibes Land Park, where laughter fills the air, and at Marineland, where dolphins and orcas perform mesmerizing shows.
Down by the water, Port Vauban gleams with luxury yachts, a testament to the town’s modern-day glamour. It’s a place where the past and present coexist, where ancient fortifications stand guard over contemporary elegance.
A classic (boring?) view of my Antibes (near the bastion) during a windy day, end of October.
Not far from my favourite café terrasse :-))
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The bandstand in the centre of the Place Nationale caught my eye. We chose to eat our lunch at the Cascade Restaurant, which is on the left of this photo.
© Brigitte Lukic
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Hope you'll appreciate this cool view of my new hometown.
View it L A R G E & on dark. (works on new flickr only)
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We all talked about the sort of places we thought would be a good day out from Nice, and Antibes was my suggestion.
The ancient walled town of Antibes is one of the liveliest and prettiest on the Riviera with its relaxed beachy feel, thriving superyacht port and gorgeous old town of narrow cobbled streets, markets and cafes. Famous for being home to the Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, Antibes certainly saw its fair share of glitz, glamour and a touch of the avant-garde through the 20th century.
Of all the seaside towns of the Riviera, Antibes is probably the most instantly recognisable thanks to its iconic skyline made up of a wonderful jumble of old buildings sitting on the high ramparts above the sea, dominated by the tower of the Picasso Museum rising above. The curve of Port Vauban, the largest marina in Europe, is home to huge white superyachts while the old fort stands watch on the far side.
Lying to the east of Cannes, Antibes offers a calmer, more traditional vibe. Its old centre is a warren of pretty cafes and bars, ice cream shops and boutiques, with the busy Provençal market at the top of the town. On the far side of Antibes, golden sandy beaches looked over by modern apartment blocks curve around to the famous Cap d'Antibes, where the gated villas of oligarchs sit along the rocky coast. (From seeantibes.com)
Port Vauban is a French yachting harbor located in Antibes on the French Riviera. Originally a natural harbor in use since before the Roman Empire, the port was fortified by Sébastien Le Prestre, Seigneur de Vauban, later Marquis de Vauban, King Louis XIV's military engineer.
Port Vauban now serves as the home of the Yacht Club d'Antibes and is the largest marina (in terms of total tonnage of the boats and yachts moored there) in the Mediterranean Sea. (From Wikipedia)