| Cannes is a city located in the south of France. | | | | Cannes is home to some spectacular sandy |
| Resting in the heart of the Riviera, the city boasts | | | | beaches where visitors can unwind and enjoy the |
| a population of 69,700 inhabitants. During the | | | | city's spectacular weather. Some of the beaches |
| Middle Ages Cannes was a feudal dependency | | | | are private and can be quite costly, however |
| under the Monastery of Lérins and it | | | | there are a number of public beaches, which are |
| wasn't until the 1830s that the city moved on | | | | ideal for an afternoon of relaxing and people |
| from its fishing village traditions. At this time, | | | | watching. The bay is home to Îles de |
| aristocrats from France and beyond built holiday | | | | Lérins, two islands that are a must-see |
| homes in the area and Cannes' reputation as an | | | | for visitors. The larger of the two, Ste Marguerite |
| exclusive holiday resort was cemented. | | | | boasts stunning beaches and coves and a |
| The city is renowned for the Cannes Film Festival, | | | | beautiful castle, as well as plenty of shops, |
| which takes place each year in May. The event | | | | restaurants, cafes and bars. The smaller island, |
| receives massive international exposure, and as a | | | | Ste Honorat boasts the ruins of a castle, alongside |
| result the city is overtaken by starlets and | | | | a monastery from which monks sell wine and |
| filmmakers hoping to launch their careers or new | | | | food to visitors. There is also plenty of |
| films. Each year, Cannes hosts some of the | | | | opportunity to enjoy water sports on both islands. |
| worlds most celebrated film makers and actors, all | | | | Tourists should also take some time to explore |
| hoping that their film will be nominated for the | | | | the beautiful, winding streets of the Old Town, |
| prestigious Palme d'Or award. However, there is | | | | which boasts charming cafes and shops and a |
| much more to this wonderful city than just glitz | | | | beautiful castle, which overlooks the city. |
| and glamour. | | | | |