What Is France's Oldest City?

Explored in 600 BC by Greek sailors Marseille is the oldest city in France or at least the first to be given city status in France. The city is located on the south east coast of France in the province of "Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur". The city covers an area of nearly two hundred and forty one square kilometres and population wise is the third largest in France.  Marseilles has well developed infrastructure and is a major trading and industrial centre. There has been a shift towards the service sector and cultural activities in recent history. It is a culturally rich city with a number of museums, theatres, cinemas, restaurants, bars, art galleries, fashion shops etc. The city has an unemployment rate of thirteen per cent which is higher than the European average.