For the 28th edition of the European Heritage Days, the City of Nice has developed a program themed “Heritage Journey.” As every year, these days will offer everyone the opportunity to discover the immense wealth of Nice’s heritage.
These two days will be an opportunity to visit sites normally closed to the public.
Thus, Christian Estrosi, Deputy, Mayor of Nice, and President of Nice Côte d’Azur, will open the doors of his office to the public on Saturday, September 17, 2011.
Additionally, twelve conferences will be offered in the Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM and on Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM.
Unprecedented tours have also been devised, offering a fresh and informed perspective on the musician’s district or the Port of Nice’s quays. Other tours can be taken by bus, traversing the city from East to West. Finally, a series of now-essential tours will take you from the City Hall to the diacosm of the Nice Opera, from the Palais des Rois Sardes to Château Valrose…
A breeze of freedom will also blow during these days, as children and parents can follow a treasure hunt, a surprise route titled “the wild day of Léopard de Fulginet.”
Moreover, for enthusiasts of new technologies, there is a narrated route of Old Nice available on mobile phones compatible with “contactless” technology. The map of the download points can be picked up at the Heritage Center.
Highlights of the European Heritage Days in Nice:
– Friday, September 16 at 9:30 PM: inauguration and lighting of the Bellanda Tower
The recently restored Bellanda Tower will feature a lighting installation with LED lights, highlighting the monument while controlling energy consumption: present-day technology serving the past.
Free visit to the Bellanda Tower.
– Historical presentation “The County of Nice and the House of Savoy” at Bellanda Tower
For five centuries, the County of Nice shared the remarkable history of the House of Savoy. Discover the princes who shaped our history through a documented exhibition offered during Heritage Days and until the end of September.
– Place Garibaldi or a return to the past
In recent years, Place Garibaldi has undergone a spectacular transformation. Remarkable renovation work has restored the place’s beautiful façades to their former charm. For this occasion, on Place Garibaldi, workshops on fresco techniques, led by specialists, are offered.
On Sunday, September 18, starting from 10 AM at the Association space (12 ter Place Garibaldi), Jean-Marc Giaume will open a series of conferences.
The following topics will be covered: “The Consiglio d’Ornato,” the preservation of oratories, and façade restoration.
In the afternoon starting from 2 PM, a round table will kick off: “Façade and renovation in Nice: instructions for exceptional and fragile heritage.”
– Two exceptional concerts by the ensemble “Voxabulaire”
Based on the musical heritage specific to the County of Nice and the House of Savoy:
– Saturday, September 17 at 8 PM – Sainte Réparate Cathedral – Vieux Nice
– “Stefano Rossetti da Nizza and the polyphonic embassies”
– Sunday, September 18 at 5 PM – Great Synagogue of Nice – 7, rue Gustave Deloye
– “Hashirim ‘asher lishlomo” – “The Songs of Solomon” by Salomone Rossi.
Other heritage establishments, such as museums, archives, libraries, churches, chapels, private establishments, associations… will open their doors for free and welcome the public.
