Museums in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
This overview contains all museums in and around Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Curious about which museums there are in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer? These are the museums:
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Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a historic coastal town situated in the heart of the Camargue region in southern France. Located in the Rhône River delta, this commune is known for its rich cultural heritage that blends Christian traditions with Romani culture.
The town takes its name from the three Marys - Mary Magdalene, Mary Salome, and Mary Jacobe - who, according to local legend, arrived here by boat from Palestine. The fortified church Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer, dating from the 9th-12th centuries, stands as the town's central monument and hosts important pilgrimages.
The town maintains strong connections to its traditional activities, including bull-breeding and salt production, while its natural surroundings feature distinctive wetlands, wild horses, and pink flamingos. The local culture is marked by traditional festivals, including the famous Romani pilgrimage celebrating their patron saint Sara, and various cultural events that reflect the town's maritime and agricultural heritage.
This overview contains all museums in and around Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Curious about which museums there are in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.