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A Brief History of Antibes

Updated: Jan 27, 2020

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Antibes has always had magnetism- attracting visitors from all over the world throughout the course of history.

Originally a Greek colony known as Antipolis in the 5th century BC, Antibes later became a part of the Roman Empire in 43 BC, remaining an important Gallic trading point for five centuries.

Following the fall of the Roman Empire, Antibes continued to receive attention from the likes of Louis XI who took the city under his wing; the city was also multiply fortified through the centuries. In the 19th and 20th centuries, European tourists began to build a slew of luxury homes on the Riviera, and artists such as Pablo Picasso were equally inspired by Antibes’ unique landscape and exceptional climate.

Since then, Antibes’ many dazzling beaches and various events such as the renowned ‘Jazz à Juan’ Festival, which was founded in 1960, have enabled the city to thrive and grow as a holiday destination.

Antibes Old Town

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Antibes a toujours exercé une certaine fascination, attirant les visiteurs du monde entier au cours de son histoire.

Au Vème siècle avant JC, c'est une colonie grecque nommée Antipolis, qui plus tard (en 43 avant JC ) fera partie de l'Empire Romain. Pendant cinq siècles, elle restera un centre important du commerce Gaulois.

L'Empire Romain prend fin, mais la cité ne perdra pas son pouvoir d'attraction. Au XVème siècle, Louis XI la prend sous sa protection et la ville sera fortifiée à plusieurs reprises. Au XIXème et XXème siècle, les touristes européens commencent à bâtir des maisons luxueuses sur la Côte d'Azur, tandis que des artistes, tels Pablo Picasso, tombent sous le charme de ses paysages et de son climat remarquables.

Plus récemment, les belles plages et les nombreux évènements, comme le festival Jazz à Juan fondé en 1960, font d'Antibes une destination touristique prospère et en pleine croissance.

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