TRADITIONS OF MARSEILLE

Important Festivals: Marseille is a French city with a rich history. The Marseille festival is an international festival of contemporary creative art. It incorporates dance, music, cinema, drama, flamenco, tango, fado etc. The Marseille International Fair attracts large number of visitors. There are around 1,300 exhibitors. Everything ranging from houseware to fashion can be found in this exhibition.

Customs And Traditions: CMarseilles, the oldest city in France has a 2,600-year-old history. The city is an important cultural center on the European coast of the Mediterranean. Marseilles is also home to numerous museums. Interestingly, Marseilles has the largest number of theatres per inhabitant.

Tarot de Marseille is the most widely circulated tarot deck. This tarot deck has its origin in Marseille. Infact, Tarot de Marseille is the source of all modern tarots.

Another popular custom of Marseille is that of the manger. Manger known as "la crèche" originated in France in the 12th century in the form of liturgical drama. You can see antique mangers in museums at Marseilles. You can enjoy classical music and opera at the Opera de Marseille. Le Dome, Palais des Sports, Stade Velodrome and Le Moulin are other popular venues of Marseille. Dance Ballets can be enjoyed at the Ballet National de Marseille. Many festivals and concerts are organized in the city on a regular basis.