Every year in February the Lemon Festival (Fête du Citron) takes place in Menton, a city of just over 28,000 residents on the French Riviera. Menton is the lemon capital of France and the Festival is a celebration of all things related to that small yellow fruit.
During the festival large constructions made of lemons and oranges parade down the streets and huge citrus fruit sculptures are built.
This year Menton is hosting the 74th Lemon Festival from 17 February - 7 March 2007.