EPISODE · Nov 9, 2017 · 24 MIN
35. A Tour de France – Marseille
from The Land of Desire: French History and Culture · host Diana Stegall
“It is always an event at Marseilles for a ship to come into port.” – Alexandre Dumas Hello everyone! This week we’ll continue our new miniseries: our very own Tour de France. What kind of France exists outside the boundaries of Paris? What kind of France exists in the middle of the countryside? What does The post 35. A Tour de France – Marseille appeared first on The Land of Desire.
What this episode covers
This week we continue our tour of France with a trip to the great melting pot of Marseille. Spices, silks, ideas, and people passed through her ancient port - as well as one seriously unwanted guest. Along the way, we'll trace the history of her most famous export, the great fish stew: la bouillabaisse. SHOW NOTES: http://www.thelandofdesire.com/2017/11/09/episode-35-a-tou…france-marseille/
NOW PLAYING
35. A Tour de France – Marseille
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Mar 26, 2026 ·1m
Mar 19, 2026 ·34m
Feb 18, 2026 ·11m
Feb 11, 2026 ·45m