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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › LyonLyon - Wikipedia

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   1 day ago · Lyon[c] is the second largest city of France by urban area. [d] It is located at the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône, to the northwest of the French Alps, 391 km (243 mi) southeast of Paris, 278 km (173 mi) north of Marseille, 113 km (70 mi) southwest of Geneva, 58 km (36 mi) northeast of Saint-Étienne.

2. www.britannica.com › place › Lyon-FranceLyon | History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Aug 28, 2024 · Lyon, capital of both the Rhône département and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes région, east-central France, set on a hilly site at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. It is the third largest city in France, after Paris and Marseille.

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3. travelfrancebucketlist.com › 2-days-in-lyon-itinerary2 Days in Lyon – Itinerary and Tips - France Bucket List

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   4 days ago · Lyon is the capital of the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, set between the Saône and Rhône Rivers. The Gauls’ ancient capital and later the capital of silk and printing works, Lyon is one of the most beautiful French cities to visit and one of the most attractive European cities for a weekend getaway.

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5. travelfrancebucketlist.com › things-to-do-in-lyonBest Things to Do in Lyon, France - France Bucket List

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   Aug 24, 2024 · Lyon is one of the most beautiful cities in France. The capital city of the Auvergne-Rhône Alpes region is also one of France’s oldest cities, founded around 2,000 years ago. The city is basically a World Heritage site, filled with Roman ruins, historic districts, and a Renaissance Old Town.

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6. traveltolyon.com › lyon-train-stationsLyon Train Stations Guide: Part-Dieu, St Exupery, Perrache & More

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   Aug 16, 2024 · The Lyon Part-Dieu station is the main hub of the city’s rail network. It’s a crossroads for national and regional trains, including high-speed TGV connections that can whisk you across France. La Part-Dieu offers easy access to the city center, public transportation, and even a high-speed tram to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

7. expatra.com › france › living-in-lyonLiving In Lyon As An Expat – The Insider Guide

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   Aug 23, 2024 · Lyon is known for being a culturally entertaining, young, upbeat city. It’s home to multiple reputable universities, which means the city is always full of young people keeping it busy all year round. La Place des Jacobins – one of the most beautiful squares in Lyon.

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   Where is Lyon located?

   • Lyon[ c] is the second largest city of France by urban area. [ d] It is located at the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône, to the northwest of the French Alps, 391 km (243 mi) southeast of Paris, 278 km (173 mi) north of Marseille, 113 km (70 mi) southwest of Geneva, 58 km (36 mi) northeast of Saint-Étienne .

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   Is Lyon a city or city?

   • Lyon is the prefecture of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and seat of the Departmental Council of Rhône (whose jurisdiction, however, no longer extends over the Metropolis of Lyon since 2015). The capital of the Gauls during the Roman Empire, Lyon is the seat of an archbishopric whose holder bears the title of Primate of the Gauls.

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   Is Lyon a good place to live?

   • Please read disclaimer for more info. Lyon is one of the most beautiful cities in France. The capital city of the Auvergne-Rhône Alpes region is also one of France’s oldest cities, founded around 2,000 years ago. The city is basically a World Heritage site, filled with Roman ruins, historic districts, and a Renaissance Old Town.

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   What is Lyon known for?

   • Lyon played a significant role in the history of cinema since Auguste and Louis Lumière invented the cinematograph there. The city is also known for its light festival, the Fête des Lumières, which begins every 8 December and lasts for four days, earning Lyon the title of "Capital of Lights".

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9. thecatholictravelguide.com › destinations › franceLyon, France: Basilica of Our Lady of Fourviere - The ...

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   Aug 14, 2024 · About Lyon, France: Depending upon whom you ask, Lyon is either the second or third largest city in France (Marseilles is the other contender). What is without dispute, however, is the fact that Christianity took root in Lyon very early in the second Century.