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Fort du Mont Alban, Nice, France 🇫🇷
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Amazing views and a must go when in Nice. We visited this on our last day. Went there by public transport. The ticket is just 1.5 euros or you can get a day card with unlimited trips for 5 euros.
We climbed a steep hill to get to the Fort but at the end it was totally worth it. The Fort is rather impressive but it was closed when we were there, so we could only go around and admire the views.
Built by order of Emmanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy, between 1557 and 1560, Fort du Mont Alban is one of the most exemplary French military architectural structures dating back to the 16th century.
The purpose of its construction was, of course, of military nature: to reinforce the defense line considerably debilitate as a result of the siege of Nice (in 1543). But what is striking about Fort du Mont Alban is it has survived, as said, in good condition, despite the fact it was considerably affected in World War Two.
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[View] Punta Paloma is now fully accessible unless, as before, there is a military zone where access is limited. Early on in the road, the expanding dunes are a must see
It was a prominent role in World War II. It is currently the best watchtower on the French Riviera.
The castle is on the top of the mountain, and the sun just passes by here in the morning. It is beautiful. The castle is open to the outside world and the time is very short every day.
The wartime building is a watchtower. The castle is open to the outside world for a fixed time. If you want to visit, you must grasp the time. I didn't catch up the first time I went.
The Fort Alban is a huge circular castle, which played a great role in the wartime, and many turrets can send out huge supplies.