Cathedrale Orthodoxe Russe St-Nicolas a Nice, Nice

Having visited Nice last year, I can recommend this place to put on your must visit list, it is a wonderful building to see, also whilst there pay a visit to the top of the hill, you get a fantastic view over the marina, the massive war mamorial is a sight to see.

Advantages: Location, Cracking building
Disadvantages: Not for action men/women

St Nicolas Cathedral was the first of that flavour of religion outside mother Russia. The Russian Royals and hangers on used to visit the Riviera rather than stay at home with the peasants. Their gallivanting - for which they paid a heavy price - is Nice's gain. It's a very spectacular building and sits in pleasant surroundings less than 10 minutes walk from the main railway station. Though central it's an oasis of peace and quiet. The fabulous ...
...is in tip-top condition. Gold leaf, ornate tiles/brickwork, well painted - all shiny and bright. Don't neglect the other less colourful, yet interesting building round the back. Entrance to the equally impressive interior is 3 Euros. +'s : Visit and chill out for a while. There is a Russian shop and a very handy patisserie just beside it. -'s : Occasional coach parties. No ramp access. Don't expect excitement but you can bribe the more vigorous ... Read review