Marseille

France, Provence-Alpes-Côte d`Azur, Bouches-du-Rhône, Marseille

Description

Marseille, located in the gulf of Lyon, in the Western Mediterranean sea, is the second largest city of France after Paris and it belongs in the historical region of Provence. The whole area around Marseille has approximately 1,2 million inhabitants. Although it is situated at an altitude of only 12 meters above sea level, its hills are of more than 700 meters in heigth. Marseille is also one of the most visited cities in France and a regional centre for culture and entertainment with an important opera house, historical and maritime museums, five art galleries and numerous cinemas, clubs, bars and restaurants.

Basic Characteristics

  • nightlife
  • culture
  • nautical

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