


The street " La Canebière" was opened in 1666 when the city was enlarged, ordered by Louis XIV. Its name comes from the Provencal " Canebe", hemp, which perpetuates the memory of the cord makers settled here since the Middle-Age.
But it was only with the departure of "Grand Arsenal" at the end of the 18th century that the "Canebière" was extended to the port and beautiful buildings were built there.
The alleys of "Meilhan"and the 1666 extension provided for the creation of a public promenade beyond the ramparts. The work...
The alleys of "Meilhan"and the 1666 extension provided for the creation of a public promenade beyond the ramparts. The work...
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