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The Beach at Nice
The Promenade des Anglais runs for four miles along the beach.
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Eric and LeAnn Overlooking Nice
We walked up the steep steps toward Castle Hill, which provided spectacular views.
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LeAnn Rests after Climbing Steep Steps
Near the top of Castle Hill, a fountain provided a much needed cooling mist.
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LeAnn at the Top of Castle Hill
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Socca!
Socca is a local chickpea crepe sold in the Cours Saleya market. We anxiously waited in line for deliveries by scooter. This was one of the tastiest snacks we had!
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The Harbor of Monaco
Surrounded by towering hills and a modern city, the harbor was full of lavish yachts.
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The Palace of the Prince
Monaco is the world's smallest principality, currently ruled by Prince Albert II. We arrived just in time to see the changing of the guard.
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Church in Monte Carlo
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Cousteau Aquarium and Eric
Once we realized this aquarium was really an oceanographic museum, we decided not to pay the 12 euros per person to get in.
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LeAnn Overlooking the Sea
This overlook is near the Cousteau Aquarium.
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Eric Planning Our Next Visit
Our 1450 page Rick Steves' Best of Europe went with us everywhere.
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The Monte Carlo Casino
The exterior of the famous casino. As for the interior, we didn't make it past the bag check.
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