Cannes

1. Cannes Film Festival: While many know Cannes for its film festival, fewer realize that this prestigious event, established in 1946, was initially conceived as a response to the Venice Film Festival, which was perceived to be too fascist in its early years. 2. Historical Significance: Cannes was originally a small fishing village until the mid-19th century when it began to attract British aristocrats. The city’s growth was significantly influenced by Lord Brougham, who discovered Cannes while seeking a warm climate for his ill friend and subsequently built a villa there. 3. Cultural Events Beyond Film: Cannes hosts several other cultural events throughout the year, including the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, which celebrates the best in global advertising and creative communications, drawing in a diverse crowd from various industries beyond film.