Today, it is a multicultural and cosmopolitan city and relies heavily on tourism. Many people are attracted by the great beaches and sunny weather, but there are a number of other attractions including art galleries, grand ancient palaces, stunning churches and interesting museums. The Palais du Pharo: has a wonderful setting overlooking the Chateau d'If and the port entrance. The palace is a good example of late 19th century architecture and was a gift from the city to Napoleon III. As well as having a spectacular interior, there are also some fine gardens in the grounds offering beautiful views of the coastline. The northern area of the port is called 'Le Paniers' and this is where you can find the immigrant quarters. There are some wonderful old buildings in the maze of narrow streets on the hill that are worth exploring. The Calanque: the Calanques are fjord-like gorges situated just along the coast from Marseille. They provide a great location for fishing, bird watching, hiking and snorkelling and are best reached by one of the many boat trips from the city. There are also many underwater caves and huge limestone cliffs to explore. The Place aux Huiles: is the largest pedestrianised square in Marseille and home to some of the best shopping and entertainment. There are lots of good shops, cafes, eating places, clubs and bars to be found here, and it is also regarded as being one of the best places to relax and take in the city lifestyle. | 
