Marseille is a multi-ethnic, chaotic, fascinating, and unique city.
France’s oldest city, Marseille has been an important commercial and trading port since ancient times. A cosmopolitan city marked by numerous cultural and economic exchanges, it has often been regarded since the 17th century as the “Gateway to the Orient” on France’s Mediterranean coast.
Marseille is the oldest city in France. What makes it unique is its being a multi-ethnic city and destination for immigration: Greeks, Romans, Jews, Armenians, Italians, Corsicans, Spaniards, pieds noir, that is, North Africans, Maghrebians, Vietnamese, Cambodians, Comorians, inhabitants of the Antilles, Réunion, and Turks have landed here in the 2600 years of its history. A true meeting of cultures that has created a city absolutely different from other French cities. In fact, it has often been considered since the 17th century as the “Gateway to the Orient” on the French Mediterranean coast.
Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents is a jazz festival held annually in Marseille in July. The festival hosts great French and international jazz artists in impressive venues such as the Theatre Silvain, the Mucem and the gardens of Palais Longchamp.
Meeting and Team Building in Marseille: An Unforgettable Experience in the beautiful region of Provence.