🇫🇷 Discovering Port Lympia: From Galley Slaves to Superyachts скачать в хорошем качестве

🇫🇷 Discovering Port Lympia: From Galley Slaves to Superyachts

A Glimpse into History The Port of Nice, also known as Port Lympia, is not just a docking bay for the wealthy; it is a monumental piece of history carved into the French Riviera. In 1748, Duke Charles Emmanuel III of Savoy decided to transform this marshy valley, fed by the Lympia spring, into a strategic maritime hub. Construction began in 1750, using stones from the city's ancient citadel which had been destroyed decades earlier. For over a century, the port was a site of immense labor and hardship. The iconic buildings with clock towers, such as the Caserne Lympia, served as a penitentiary for galley slaves (convicts) who provided the primary workforce for the port's expansion. It wasn't until 1860, when Nice officially became part of France, that the port evolved into the vibrant commercial and luxury center we see today. The Fleet of Port Lympia Vésubie (P617): A high-speed French Maritime Gendarmerie patrol boat used for coastal surveillance. Value: approx. €6.4M. Khalilah: The world's first all-carbon-fiber superyacht, instantly recognizable by its futuristic gold/silver hull. Value: €14.9M. La Tania: A 49-meter masterpiece of French engineering, recently refitted in 2023 for ultimate luxury. Value: approx. €12.5M. Tiamat: An Italian-built Baglietto featuring exotic zebrawood and 24k gold interior details. Value: approx. €11.8M. Fortitude: A brand-new 2025 Benetti Class 44M flagship, a finalist for top design awards. Estimated Value: €25M+. Extra Time: A 2024 Polish-built Conrad C144S designed for transoceanic voyages with a 5,100 nm range. Estimated Value: €25M–€30M. Love Boat: A sleek Sunseeker 101 Sport Yacht from Luxembourg, reaching speeds of 32 knots. Value: approx. €4.95M. AYA: A powerful Sunseeker Predator 108, famous for its 40-knot top speed and "James Bond" style. Value: approx. €3.2M.