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Between Paris, the capital, and Marseille, the exuberant city, we tend to forget Lyon, the discreet one. At the confluence of the Rh\u00f4ne and Sa\u00f4ne rivers, take the time to discover one of the most beautiful cities in France, and indeed in Europe.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 2,000 years of history behind it, Lyon, once the capital of Gaul, boasts a superb architectural heritage that has earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. Between the Sa\u00f4ne and Fourvi\u00e8re hill, the Vieux Lyon district bears witness to the city’s rich past. No fewer than 300 houses have been perfectly preserved, forming an exceptional urban ensemble from the Renaissance period. As you stroll around, be sure to use the Traboules, the passageways between two of Lyon’s typical streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Statue of Louis XIV on Place Bellecour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A city between two hills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lyon was built between two hills, Fourvi\u00e8re, the “hill that prays” topped by its basilica, and Croix-Rousse, the “hill that works” where the canuts, the weavers, once lived. Its slopes, which have retained the authentic character of the Lyon of yesteryear, are an invitation to take a stroll. The Fourvi\u00e8re basilica can be reached by a funicular railway that takes you into Old Lyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One week would not be enough to appreciate all Lyon has to offer. However, if you’re only in town for a day, the Place Bellecour, France’s 3rd largest square, the T\u00eate d’Or park on the banks of the Rh\u00f4ne and the majestic H\u00f4tel Dieu building will be among the must-sees on your trip to Lyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our favourites in Lyon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To see<\/strong>: Don’t miss The Famous Lyonnais wall, featuring 30 famous Lyonnais. The challenge is to recognise at least 3 of them.
To taste<\/strong>: Le Bistrot des 4 chapeaux, in the 2nd arrondissement, with its Grand-M\u00e8re-style cuisine.
To buy souvenirs<\/strong>: Tribu des Gones, in the 5th arrondissement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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