Location
Lyon aka Lyons is the food, textiles and cinematic capital of France. Surprised? This is the beauty of France, not everything is located in one city, you have to tour the entire nation to spot the gems that this great and beautiful nation is so famous for. Step into one of the many bistros or brasseries and discover why the city and the nation is the world's food capital.
Geography and climate
The city straddles both rivers, Saône and Rhône and experiences a temperate climate. Summer in Lyon means 26.7°C to 27.0°C while in winter, Mercury levels fall to 0.1°C to 1.2°C. The city is partitioned into 9 municipal arrondissements.
Transport
The TGV connects the city to places in the south and north regions. Part-Dieu and Perrache are two railway stations in the city. Also present is a massive network of motorways. The city also has an Intercity coach, regular buses, trolleybuses, cycle network etc.
Interesting Places
- Musee des Beaux-Arts
- Opéra National de Lyon
- Place Bellecour
- Tour métallique de Fourvière
- Saint-Jean and the Croix-Rousse areas
- Sainte Marie de La Tourette monastery
Airports
The city is home to the Saint-Exupéry International Airport, previously known as Lyon Satolas Airport which was designed by maestro Guillaume Gilbert. Standing on a height of 821 ft / 250 m is the airport which is at a distance of 12 miles (20km) from the east of the city.
Accommodation
A city, favourite among culture vultures, stay in any of these. Boscolo Grand Hotel, Chateau De Bagnols, Hotel Cour Des Loges, Hotel de la Cite Concorde, Hotel des Artistes, La Tour Rose, Park Inn Quest, Radisson SAS, Sofitel Aeroport Hotel, Sofitel Hotel, Villa Florentine and Warwick La Reine Astrid Hotel.
Society and culture
Initially it was Lyonnaise which formed the main region of the locals here. Now, French is mostly spoken. In terms of religion or religious faith, there are many different types. From Christianity (most popular) to Buddhism, Judaism, Islam etc.
Other Interesting Attractions of the City
- Basilique de Fourvière (church)
- Biennale d'Art Contemporain
- Cathedrale St-Jean
- Place des Terreaux
- Tête d'Or Park
- Theatres Romains de Fourviere
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