Nice is the original When you think Carnival, Rio and Venice instantly come to mind, but the Nice Carnival is, in fact, the oldest ever documented, with its earliest mention attributed to the Count of Provence Charles d’Anjou in 1294. While the initial festivities were likely more spontaneous revelry before Lent, it evolved significantly in the 19th century. In 1873, a dedicated Carnival Committee was established, transforming it into the grand, structured spectacle we enjoy today. Partly continuing the legacy and partly designed with the mission to attract winter tourism to the Côte d’Azur, this marked the birth of the modern carnival, complete with themed parades and elaborate floats. How…