Cannes and the French Riviera

Cannes is a city in the French department of Alpes-Maritimes in the region of Provence-Alpes-C?te d\'Azur. Located in Southern Europe at the south eastern extremity of France, Cannes is a privileged crossroads between the Alps, Provence, Monaco and Italy.Cannes is one of the best-known cities of the French Riviera, famous for the glitzy hotels, cars, beaches, and visitors. Cannes has become one of the busiest tourist destinations among jet-setters and famous celebrities as the city hosts many significant events including the annual Cannes Film Festival. Its old town, Le Suquet, is also a great spot for remarkable panoramic scenery. Cannes is located in the French Riviera that is a travel destination for a holiday of wealthy French people and rich and famous tourist from all over the world. The beaches of the French Riviera are known throughout Europe as the hottest and most glamorous places to tan, and as the sun goes down, the Cote dÕAzur is known for wild all night parties. The coastline features stunning cliffs and sweeping beaches. Photo by Rafael Ben-Ari/Chameleons Eye