 Fishing was the economic mainstay for the inhabitants but during the early 19th century increasing amounts of lumber, cork, olive oil, and wine were shipped to Marseilles and to Italy.The village grew and in the 20th century began to attract artists, poets, and writers who enjoyed the climate, the beautiful surroundings, and the azure blue water.In front of the old town is the characteristic tower - "La Tour Carrée" - built by the monks in the early 16th century to protect the village from invaders.