Marseille
Wanderlusts looking for big city adventures in France beyond Paris - Marseille is the place for you. Travelers with a with Eurail pass will find the reward of traveling to this much overlooked city.
History Of Marseille
Marseille is said to be founded by Greeks in 600 BC. The city thrived due to its strategic location providing access to both Rome and Gaul. When Julius Caesar rose to power, Marseille's prominence was lost when it chose to take sides with Pompey. It became a battleground for naval forces and was subsequently dominated by the Romans. This resulted to the opening of the city to Christianity with having records of Roman martyrs as evidences. The city, however, fell under the hands of the Frankish kings after the toppling of the Roman Empire and made the city as a vital place for French trading as a port. Marseille was hit by a plague in the 16th century and King Louis XIV had to join his armed forces to lead against a local coup in the 17th century. The 19th century was marked Marseille as the center of France's manufacturing and industrial site. Although the city was occupied by the Germans during the 2nd World War and left a lot of casualties, the city rebuilt itself by becoming the melting pot of France.
Things To Do In Marseille
Marseille now is a beautiful city with its numerous but fantastic cafes and restaurants. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy diving and climbing. Furthermore, there are several events that are celebrated with the likes of the Marsatac which is a music festival, La Fete Bleue (a festival which uses the color blue as a theme), and the Festival de Danse et des Multiples de Marseille. Moving within the city can bring a tourist to the grandeur of Notre Dame de la Garde which is sprawled overlooking the city. This magnificent church was once the most sought after church by the fishermen to have their boats blessed. Chateau d'If is a very popular castle because it appeared in the book The Count of Monte Cristo. The Mus©e des Arts Africains, Oc©aniens and Am©rindiens and Marseille's Archaeological Museum are found at Centre de la Vieille Charit©, a building that dates back to the 17th Century. Palais du Pharo, used to be the residence of Napoleon III, is also a must-see.
Getting To Marseille
Eurail Pass holders will be happy to know that the city is accessible by train. Its major station is the Marseille St. Charles and is linked in various strategic sites within the city. Marseille is also accessible by plane, bus, private cars and boat. The easy accessibility is the same when it comes to getting around the city. The tramway, subway and buses are the most usable modes of public transportation.
Wanderlusts looking for big city adventures in France beyond Paris - Marseille is the place for you. Travelers with a with Eurail pass will find the reward of traveling to this much overlooked city.
History Of Marseille
Marseille is said to be founded by Greeks in 600 BC. The city thrived due to its strategic location providing access to both Rome and Gaul. When Julius Caesar rose to power, Marseille's prominence was lost when it chose to take sides with Pompey. It became a battleground for naval forces and was subsequently dominated by the Romans. This resulted to the opening of the city to Christianity with having records of Roman martyrs as evidences. The city, however, fell under the hands of the Frankish kings after the toppling of the Roman Empire and made the city as a vital place for French trading as a port. Marseille was hit by a plague in the 16th century and King Louis XIV had to join his armed forces to lead against a local coup in the 17th century. The 19th century was marked Marseille as the center of France's manufacturing and industrial site. Although the city was occupied by the Germans during the 2nd World War and left a lot of casualties, the city rebuilt itself by becoming the melting pot of France.
Things To Do In Marseille
Marseille now is a beautiful city with its numerous but fantastic cafes and restaurants. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy diving and climbing. Furthermore, there are several events that are celebrated with the likes of the Marsatac which is a music festival, La Fete Bleue (a festival which uses the color blue as a theme), and the Festival de Danse et des Multiples de Marseille. Moving within the city can bring a tourist to the grandeur of Notre Dame de la Garde which is sprawled overlooking the city. This magnificent church was once the most sought after church by the fishermen to have their boats blessed. Chateau d'If is a very popular castle because it appeared in the book The Count of Monte Cristo. The Mus©e des Arts Africains, Oc©aniens and Am©rindiens and Marseille's Archaeological Museum are found at Centre de la Vieille Charit©, a building that dates back to the 17th Century. Palais du Pharo, used to be the residence of Napoleon III, is also a must-see.
Getting To Marseille
Eurail Pass holders will be happy to know that the city is accessible by train. Its major station is the Marseille St. Charles and is linked in various strategic sites within the city. Marseille is also accessible by plane, bus, private cars and boat. The easy accessibility is the same when it comes to getting around the city. The tramway, subway and buses are the most usable modes of public transportation.