Nice, Winter Resort Town of the Riviera, a UNESCO World Heritage site in France, recognized in 2021, is a 522-hectare urban area on the French Riviera celebrated for its evolution as a winter retreat from the 18th to early 20th centuries. Its Mediterranean climate and cosmopolitan charm drew European aristocracy, shaping a distinctive cityscape with pastel villas, grand hotels, and the iconic Promenade des Anglais. Blending French, Italian, and British architectural influences, Nice reflects a pioneering model of seasonal tourism, highlighting its cultural and historical significance as a global leisure destination.

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