Historic Site of Lyon

World Heritage

France

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Lyon was founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC as the capital of the Three Gauls. Since then, it has played an important role in the political, cultural and economic development of Europe. Its urban structure and numerous exquisite historical buildings from various periods vividly demonstrate Lyon's long history.

The lion, symbol of the city, on display at Maison des avocats

The lake in the Parc de la Tête d'or

Panorama of the inner city of Lyon, taken from the basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière's roof

Lyon under siege in 1793

Map of the Metropolis of Lyon and its 59 communes (the commune of Lyon is in red)

The Roman-era Theatre on the Fourvière Hill

The Saône river in Lyon

Map of the City of Lyon divided into 9 arrondissements

Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière

Map showing the 14 electoral wards of the Metropolis of Lyon

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière

The Musée des Confluences

Panorama of the inner city of Lyon, taken from the basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière's roof

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Information extracted from Wikidata

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