#Architecture

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A visit to “Fort Carré” in Antibes

(Version française en bas de page) “Fort Carré” means square fort. Indeed, in the 16th Century, four arrow-shaped bastions were added to...

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Who is Robert Soleau?

(Version française en bas de page) Everyone knows about his eponymous street which links Place Charles de Gaulle to the train station,...

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Building the future of Antibes

(Version française en bas de page) Here is the picturesque Old Town with its 18th century houses and the “new” town with its wide avenues...

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“Les Chênes Verts” Villa in Cap d’Antibes

(Version française en bas de page) I saw this stately home by chance when coming back from Cap d’Antibes. As it drew my attention, I took...

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Architecture in Antibes around 1900

(Version française en bas de page) Towards the end of the 19th century, most of Antibes’ ramparts were knocked down. A new era of...

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Antibes’ heritage: the cathedral

(Version française en bas de page) As Easter is coming, it’s a good opportunity to keep in mind Antibes’ Christian heritage. The first...

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