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January 22, 2018

Côte d'Azur: A Bird's Eye View

In keeping with recent posts with an air travel theme, I wanted to share the views from my window as we approached Nice Airport in France last summer. Strong winds meant that we had to make our approach from the east, providing passengers on the right side of the aircraft with unforgettable views of the glamourous coastline known as the Côte d’Azur.


Coastline of the French Riviera, or Côte d'Azur


As we made our descent I recognized the famous Monte Carlo Casino and the seaside Oceanographic Museum in the tiny Principality of Monaco. A few years earlier I’d enjoyed a similar view from a tour boat.


The Principality of Monaco from the Air



Monaco from the Sea



Back of the Monte Carlo Casino



Casino Entrance on Place du Casino



Oceanographic Museum of Monaco




Next up was Cap Ferrat, where Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild with its beautiful gardens and the town of Saint Jean Cap Ferrat can be found.


Cap Ferrat Peninsula



Cap Ferrat from the Sea



Cap Ferrat Lighthouse



View from Cap Ferrat



Saint Jean Cap Ferrat



Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild



Just west of Cap Ferrat is the charming town of Villefranche-sur-Mer, an important port of call for Mediterranean cruise ships.


Villefranche Bay



Villefranche-sur-Mer



More cruise ships and yachts were docked in the busy Port of Nice which is nestled beneath Colline du Chateau, Castle Hill (the castle no longer exists). The city's War Memorial and #ILoveNice sign are also located at the foot of the hill.


Port of Nice



Colline du Chateau, Castle Hill



War Memorial



#ILoveNice Sign


The park atop Colline du Chateau has several scenic view points and a man-made waterfall.


Waterfall Lookout



Waterfall in Parc de la Colline du Chateau




View of the Baie des Anges, Bay of Angels


As we got closer to the airport I could see the famous Promenade des Anglais which runs along the Baie des Anges and the luxury Hotel Negresco.


Hotel Negresco on the Promenade des Anglais








Approaching Nice Airport


And soon I was back on terra firma, ready to begin exploring the Cote d’Azur!


Nice Airport


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