The most popular landmark being known far beyond the boundaries of the Marseille city is the Chateau d’If palace. This is exactly the building being described in the adventurous novel by Alexendre Dumas. The majestic palace of the 17th century is set on the small island of the same name. During the French Revolution the palace served as a prison. Several rooms equipped as cells to keep the prisoners may be seen in their initial appearance as they have preserved the atmosphere of those times. After the walking tour through the passages of the palace the travelers may follow to the viewing platform offering a breath taking panoramic view over the city.
Genuinely unique landmark is the Jardin des Vestiges garden. In the middle of the past century the territory was decided to be reequipped into a shopping center however during the construction the workers discovered various ruins of ancient buildings. After the long and exhaustive work of many archeologists the historical area has become available for tourists. According to scientists previously there was an ancient Greek port there.
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