Friday, July 29, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the Albert 1st Garden – Nice
In the presence of Christian Estrosi, Deputy Mayor of Nice, President of Nice Côte d’Azur & Didier Robert, President of the Regional Council of Reunion
Following this inauguration, Christian Estrosi, Deputy Mayor of Nice, President of Nice Côte d’Azur, will present the city’s medal to Didier Robert, President of the Regional Council of Reunion, at 12 p.m. at the Villa Masséna, in the presence of Rudy Salles, Deputy, Deputy Mayor for Tourism and International Relations.
The recent recognition of the island territory as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO is a significant step for the international influence of Reunion; Nice, a sister city, twinned with Saint-Denis of Reunion since 1961, is very pleased to welcome a Reunionese delegation for three days.
Organized within the framework of the “Ronde des Régions” and the Year of Overseas France, the Reunionese village will introduce you from July 29 to 31 to the many facets of the jewel of the Indian Ocean through its culture, traditions, exceptional biodiversity, and exemplary community spirit.
Come experience the rhythm of Reunionese music with the Pat’Jaune group while enjoying Creole cuisine thanks to culinary demonstrations. Discover the many treasures of the island through numerous stands presenting:
The flowers, exotic fruits, local condiments, and essential oils,
The rums and punches, fine grocery,
Handicrafts,
The Piton de la Fournaise volcano and its history,
The history of sugarcane culture,
The benefits of thermalism,
Marine turtles,
The island’s spectacular landscapes…
