Finally have the time to see some sights! We decided to take the train to Marseille this morning. The Aix Centre Station os a lovely 10 minute walk from our apartment. Along the way we passed the Calissons factory. Beautiful!
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| Calissons Factory and Tea Room |
Calissons are the little "smile" shaped candies that are made from almond and fruit paste. They have been made in Provence - particularly in Aix - since around the mid 15th century. The are packaged beautifully and lavishly which I believe is their greatest appeal.
The train to trip to Marseille is about forty minutes. We arrived to perfect provencal skies and views of the Mediterranean.
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| Trying to Find the Way to the Port |
View from the train station to the port:
We were able to walk from the station to the seaside, passing many beautiful buildings, busy cafe's, and lovely churches.
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| Marseille's "Brown Palace" |
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| France's Most Beautiful Starbuck's |
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Wandered around the port, drooling over the beautiful sailboats and yachts. Very vital area. Lots of people milling about and many children. Definitely a strong north-African influence.
Had another wonderful lunch by the sea:
Then decided to take a cruise from Marseille to Cassis to view the coast and the calanques (fjords). Spectacular trip!
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| Our Boat - the Helios |
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| Marseille from the Sea |
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| Jet Skier "Surfing" in the Wake |
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| Tall Limestone Cliffs |
One the way back to the train station we ran into the "Bison of Health".
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We are planning a return visit to see the new cultural center and visit the Notre Dame de la Garde cathedral. Much too much to see in one day.
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