Juan-les-Pins facts for kids
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Juan-les-Pins
Joan dei Pins (Occitan)
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Juan-les-Pins seen from the Cap d'Antibes
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 Juan-les-Pins
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country |  France |
| Region |  Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Department |  Alpes-Maritimes |
| Arrondissement | Grasse |
| Canton | Antibes-1 |
| Municipality |  Antibes |
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 60,000 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| Postal code |
06600
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Juan-les-Pins is a lively town located in southeastern France, right on the beautiful French Riviera. It's part of the larger city of Antibes in the Alpes-Maritimes area.
This popular holiday spot is found between the cities of Nice and Cannes. It's known for its fun atmosphere, with a casino, exciting nightclubs, and lovely beaches. You can easily get there by train, as it has its own station on the Marseille–Ventimiglia railway.
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History of Juan-les-Pins
Juan-les-Pins is located west of the town of Antibes. It's halfway to the old fishing village of Golfe-Juan, where Napoleon famously landed in 1815. This area used to be covered with many stone pine trees. The word for "pine trees" in French is pins.
How Juan-les-Pins Got Its Name
The village was officially named Juan-les-Pins on March 12, 1882. The name "Juan" might seem a bit unusual for France. It comes from the local Occitan dialect, which is a language spoken in parts of Southern France. Other names considered for the town included Héliopolis and Antibes-les-Pins.
Early Developments and the Railway
Just one year after its naming, in 1883, a decision was made to build a railway station in Juan-les-Pins. The main railway line, run by the Paris-Lyon-Méditerranée (PLM) company, had already been in place since 1863. This made it much easier for people to visit the growing town.
Famous Hotel Le Provençal
In 1926, a very famous hotel called Le Provençal opened its doors. It quickly became a popular place for well-known guests. Famous people like Charlie Chaplin, Lilian Harvey, Jack L. Warner, and Man Ray all stayed there.
Jazz à Juan Festival
Juan-les-Pins is very famous for its annual Jazz à Juan festival. This is one of the oldest and most respected jazz festivals in Europe. It attracts many famous jazz musicians and fans from all over the world. The festival usually takes place in July.
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Hand impressions of performers at Jazz à Juan festival on Boulevard Edouard Baudoin, Juan-les-Pins
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Ray Charles' hand impression on Boulevard Edouard Baudoin, Juan-les-Pins
Points of Interest in Juan-les-Pins
Juan-les-Pins offers several interesting places to visit:
- Jardin botanique de la Villa Thuret: This is a beautiful botanical garden where you can see many different kinds of plants.
- The former beach house of movie producer Jack L. Warner: This building is known for its modern and curvy design.
- Home of the 6 Jours d'Antibes: This is where the Antibes 6 Day Race takes place, a famous cycling event.
- The world's first Discothèque: In 1947, the "Whisky à GoGo" opened here. It was one of the very first places designed specifically for dancing to recorded music.
Famous People Connected to Juan-les-Pins
Several notable people have been associated with Juan-les-Pins, enjoying its beauty and atmosphere:
- Frank Jay Gould
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
- Gerald Murphy
- Georges Milton
Twin Towns
Juan-les-Pins has a special friendship with one city:
See also
In Spanish: Juan-les-Pins para niños
