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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › History_of_LyonHistory of Lyon - Wikipedia

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   History of Lyon. Lyon Coat of Arms. Lyon is a city in the southeast of France. The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times and was one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire, Lugdunum. After the Battle of Lugdunum (197) the city never fully recovered, and Lyon was built out of its ashes becoming a part of the Kingdom of the ...

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

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   Oct 8, 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. A Roman military colony called Lugdunum was founded there in 43 bce, and it subsequently became the ...

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3. frenchmoments.eu › lyon-historyLyon History - French Moments

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   Mar 3, 2020 · Lyon History shows the rich heritage of France’s second largest city which has very much influenced the way the city looks today. From the Roman era to the 20th century, through the Renaissance era and the French revolution, it has been quite a turbulent story. Lugdunum: the Roman origins of Lyon It is believed that the place […]

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4. thisislyon.fr › discover-lyon › history-of-lyonHistory of Lyon France - Thisislyon.fr

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   History of Lyon. Lyon is the ancient capital of Gaul with a rich history of more than 2000 years. There still exists today evidence of its long past, in landmarks such as the Gallo-Roman Amphitheatre and its 15th century cathedral at Saint-Jean. People lived on the banks of the Saone River for several centuries before the city was officially ...

5. www.world-guides.com › europe › franceLyon History Facts and Timeline - World Guides

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   The earliest origins of Lyon go back to ancient times when a Gaulish hill fort was established, known as Lugdunon. The name is thought to derive from the Celtic sun god 'Lugus'. In 43 BC, the Romans founded a colony on the site. Lugdunum symbolised the colonial might of the Roman Empire. Indeed, it became the capital of the Three Gauls territory.

6. frenchmoments.eu › lyon-old-townExplore Lyon Old Town: history and sightseeing - French Moments

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   Mar 15, 2024 · Today, It remains one of the most famous examples of Lyon’s culture in France and all around the World. Guignol is also an essential symbol of the “Parler Lyonnais”, the local dialect. In the museum, you can see more than 2,000 different puppets which form part of the town’s history.

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   What is Lyon History?

   • Lyon History shows the rich heritage of France’s second largest city which has very much influenced the way the city looks today. From the Roman era to the 20th century, through the Renaissance era and the French revolution, it has been quite a turbulent story.

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   How did Lyon get its name?

   • The earliest origins of Lyon go back to ancient times when a Gaulish hill fort was established, known as Lugdunon. The name is thought to derive from the Celtic sun god 'Lugus'. In 43 BC, the Romans founded a colony on the site. Lugdunum symbolised the colonial might of the Roman Empire. Indeed, it became the capital of the Three Gauls territory.

   Lyon History Facts and Timeline: Lyon, Rhone Alpes, France

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   When did Lyon become the capital of France?

   • There still exists today evidence of its long past, in landmarks such as the Gallo-Roman Amphitheatre and its 15th century cathedral at Saint-Jean. People lived on the banks of the Saone River for several centuries before the city was officially founded by the Romans in 43 BC . Lyon served as their capital and nearly became the capital of France!

   History of Lyon France - Thisislyon.fr

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   Where is Lyon located?

   • Lyon is a city in the southeast of France. The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times and was one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire, Lugdunum. After the Battle of Lugdunum (197) the city never fully recovered, and Lyon was built out of its ashes becoming a part of the Kingdom of the Burgundians.

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   Why is Lyon important to Europe?

   • The city became one of the leading centres for publishing in Europe. From the middle of the 16th century, silk weaving also became a key industry. During the next 200 years, Lyon achieved real prosperity, with its pre-eminence as a silk producer remaining unchallenged. The popular trade fairs in the city soon became the talk of Europe.

   Lyon History Facts and Timeline: Lyon, Rhone Alpes, France

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   Why is Lyon a World Heritage Site?

   • Lyon Old Town is a Renaissance district at the foot of the Fourvière Hill. With its paved old streets, colourful façades and secret passageways (les Traboules), the Vieux-Lyon was crucial in getting the city listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

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8. en.visiterlyon.com › discover › heritage-unescoLyon, UNESCO World Heritage site - Lyon Tourist Office

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   Jul 11, 2024 · 427 ha, or 10% of the city of Lyon, were listed as UNESCO World Heritage on 5 December 1998. This includes the districts of Vieux-Lyon, Fourvière Hill, the slopes of Croix-Rousse Hill and much of the Presqu'île. 162 buildings are listed. 60,000 residents live on the site. The remarkable urban continuity was recognised by UNESCO as an integral ...