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Large blue banner reading Festival de Cannes hangs above the red carpeted steps of the Palais des Festivals et des Congres, with people walking and sitting outside.
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Palais des Festivals

building, Cannes, France
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Large blue banner reading Festival de Cannes hangs above the red carpeted steps of the Palais des Festivals et des Congres, with people walking and sitting outside.
Cannes film festival A red carpet adorns the stairs at the entrance to the prestigious Cannes film festival in Cannes, France.

The Palais des Festivals is a building located in Cannes, France, on the French Riviera. It is the venue for the renowned Cannes film festival. Cannes itself is a resort city with a palm-lined promenade and luxury hotels, and tourism is its primary source of income. The Palais des Festivals is a significant landmark within the city, contributing to its international reputation.1

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