Thursday, May 9, 2013

Free Festival of Flame and Fire....


Arriving late in Marseille last Friday night, we were greeted by huge crowds thronging the old port to enjoy the latest spectacle courtesy of its European Capital City of Culture status - the Festival of Flame. As you can see the old port was on fire with spectacular flaming installations which lit up the sky in a neon orange glow...


The city had the vibrant atmosphere of a New Year's Eve crowd (without the drunkenness or loutish behaviour!) just the warm and welcoming friendliness of the locals out having fun. So we took a ringside seat at one of the numerous bars lining the quay, ordered two glasses of rose (only 2 euros) and watched the show....


Marseille has a particularly dynamic calendar of arts events this year which will enhance its usual vibrant arts scene - this weekend for example you can see a ballet on the beach - of dancers and JCB diggers that is!! Don't miss this wonderful city - my favourite place in the whole of France!! More Marseille posts to follow........

4 comments:

Wendy said...

Nice shots!

Sylvia K said...

What an incredible place and terrific captures as always, Catherine! Wish I could join you!!

Lynne with an e said...

Wow! Your favourite place in all of France?! Strong recommendation. Looks like a spectacular night out.

Chubskulit Rose said...

Shadows in unison!

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Happy mother's day!