Обзор событий по стране: fr RSS2025-09-06T22:55:04+0000 Early Year & Winter Events in France (January–March) ? Nice Carnival (Carnaval de Nice) When: February–early March (varies each year, tied to Lent) Where: Nice, French Riviera What Happens: Street parades with giant papier-mâché floats, satirical themes, and thousands of performers. The famous Bataille de Fleurs (Battle of Flowers) where floats covered in flowers shower the crowds with blossoms. Night parades, fireworks, music, and international guest performers. Why Important: One of the world’s top three carnivals (with Rio and Venice). Boosts local tourism—hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Strong cultural heritage: the tradition dates back to the Middle Ages. ? Fête du Citron (Lemon Festival – Menton) When: Mid-February (runs about 2–3 weeks) Where: Menton, French Riviera (near Italian border) What Happens: Giant sculptures, floats, and garden displays made entirely of lemons and oranges. Parades with music, folk dancing, and citrus-themed performances. Nighttime “Golden Fruit Parades” with illuminated citrus sculptures. Why Important: Menton is known as the “City of Lemons.” Brings together artists, designers, and horticultural experts to create monumental citrus art. Draws more than 200,000 visitors annually. ? Paris Fashion Week (Haute Couture + Ready-to-Wear) When: January (Haute Couture) & March (Women’s Ready-to-Wear) Where: Paris, across grand venues like the Carrousel du Louvre, Palais de Tokyo, Grand Palais. What Happens: Elite fashion houses (Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy) present new collections. Celebrity-packed shows, media coverage, and global networking. Why Important: Paris is the world capital of fashion—this event defines international fashion trends. A magnet for celebrities, influencers, and press, which in turn fuels luxury tourism. ... Читать далее

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