NICE CARNIVAL
Nice, mid February - early March
Nice Carnival is fun in the winter sun
Nice Carnival takes place in 2008 from the 16th February to the 2nd of March.
It is Nice's most famous festival and dates back to the turn of the century. Traditionally popular figures are lampooned and represented as giant figures of fun. No-one is spared, from top politicians to movie stars, anyone can find themselves depicted as a giant caricature on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice.
Make sure that you visit Nice during the Carnival, it is the most stunning event and takes place in startling bright sunlight and blue skies.
The theme for 2008 is rats, bats and other strange creatures. It promises to be an incredible spectacle. Buy your grandstand tickets from http://www.nicecarnaval.com