Marseille is also well known in France for its hip hop music. In a slightly different way, ragga music is represented by Massilia Sound System. Marseille is listed as a major centre of art and history. The city has many museums and galleries and there are many ancient buildings and churches of historical interest. Most of the attractions of Marseille including shopping areas are located in the 1st, 2nd, 6th and 7th arrondissements. These include: . The Palais Longchamp with its monumental fountain.

The main attractions outside the city centre include: . A number of the faculties of the three universities that comprise Aix-Marseille University are located in Marseille:. Lees verder →