Celebrate Bastille Day on a south of France villa holiday

People planning south of France villa holidays this summer could have the opportunity to join in with one of the biggest parties of the year.

Destinations all over France host fireworks displays, parades and other events on July 14th to mark Bastille Day.

The occasion commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, which represented the uprising of a nation against the monarchy and one of the most significant early developments in the French Revolution.

Holiday makers staying in Provence villas will be able to visit a number of locations to join in with the Bastille Day celebrations, including Saint-Raphael, which hosts a display of red, white and blue fireworks.

One of the best places to see the show is the Promenade des Bains, according to whatsonwhen.com, the worldwide events guide published by Frommer's.

Visitors can also head to Marseille's Quai du Port area on July 13th and 14th to experience the city's festivities.

There will be a parade, street parties, the obligatory fireworks show and many other events for people on south of France villa holidays to enjoy.

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