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MuCEM & Fort Saint-Jean

MuCEM과 생 장 요새

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Standing here at the junction of the old and the new, we encounter the MuCEM—the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations—and its architectural counterpart, the historic Fort Saint-Jean. This site represents the most…

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  2. 2The Architectural Mesh: Light and Shadow

    The genius of the MuCEM’s exterior lies in its intricate outer skin. As we walk along the perimeter, observe how the concrete lattice creates a constantly shifting pattern of light and shadow on the inner glass walls and the…

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  3. 3Fort Saint-Jean: From Crusades to Culture

    Crossing the footbridge from the MuCEM brings us directly onto the ramparts of Fort Saint-Jean, a site that has been occupied since the 12th century. This part of the tour allows us to explore the 'exterior of monuments' in a…

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  4. 4Closing

    As we conclude our tour of the MuCEM and Fort Saint-Jean, take a final look at the way the modern concrete mesh contrasts with the ancient limestone of the fort. This site is the perfect encapsulation of Marseille today—a city…

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What is MuCEM & Fort Saint-Jean?

MuCEM & Fort Saint-Jean is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.2971, 5.3615
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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