Lyon is a large city in France that is located near Saone and Rona Rivers. The population of Lyon estimates over 1 million of inhabitants with suburbs. The city was founded yet during ancient Roman times. At that time Lyon was called the capital of three Gauls. Such high political importance of this place has quickly led to economic, religious, military and political development. As Lyon was one of the well-developed industrial regions, it also became an important trading center with developed banking system. At the end of the XV century the biggest part of art, social and intellectual elite of the country had residences in the city. Only during post-war time the development of Lyon targeted on reaching European scale. At that period in Lyon were built numerous hotels, cultural and tourism facilities, transport system routes and more.
Lyon Cathedral, Ancient Theatre of Fourviere, Town Hall, Eglise Saint Georges, Eglise Saint-Pothin, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Lyon … Open
Lyon has many unusual amusement parks. One of the most original is Mini World Lyon. In this beautiful miniature park, there are many interesting expositions thought out to the smallest … Open
The main decoration of the Place des Terreaux is the Bartholdi Fountain, which was named after the sculptor who built it. The artisan worked on the sculptural composition for this fountain for several years and expected that it would be installed in the city of Bordeaux. However, after the completion of the work, the city authorities did not have enough funds to install this fountain. Then it was decided to install fountain in Lyon.
It’s worth to start a story about the best restaurants of Lyon with Les Compagnons, as this French restaurant has gained immense popularity among travelers. Pleasant interior, an … Open
One of the most visited cultural institutions is the Lyon Museum of Fine Arts. In terms of the diversity and value of the works of art collected in it, this museum is comparable to the Louvre. The museum occupies a very beautiful historical building, which until the 17th century was run by a Benedictine monastery. After a while, it housed an art school. Now, in the museum, there are many unique exhibits dating back to the times of Ancient Rome and Greece.
The Festival of Lights is considered the most striking cultural event in the Lyon. Festival takes place in mid-December and lasts for four days. Holiday attracts illumination experts from … Open