The 19th century was one of prosperity for the city of Grasse, the world perfume capital. Its fame attracted the first visitors, seduced by its proximity to the French Riviera, its quality of life, its landscapes, and its exceptionally mild Mediterranean climate. Foreigners built magnificent villas which enriched the city’s heritage. Two centuries later, the perfume industry is still as powerful and internationally renowned, and the city welcomes over two million tourists every year, making tourism Grasse’s second most prolific activity sector.