Cagnes: Fishing, war and art

28.5.2007


Cagnes used to be a quiet little fishing village, now it's an more peaceful extension of tourist-filled Nice:



The view from Haut de Cagnes, the landscape is now tranquil:



But was once dangerous and this fortified village was a retreat:




Now its war function has changed:


"Art not war"

There are studio-galleries everywhere:



Alleyways which might have seen fierce fighting now seem romantic:



But even these medieval streets are not free from modern curses:



One room in the Chateau is devoted to a collection of portraits of Suzy Soliger who aimed to be "the world's most painted woman". She was a singer and ran a Parisian club "Boite de nuit" before spending her last years here:



Near the top of the Chareau is a studio-gallery where people can learn about art through interactive exhibits:



Enjoying the view before a meal by the sea: