And Then There Was Lyon

Stepping into Lyon is all about engrossing yourself in its story. A narrative rich in character and tradition, which runs through the veins of the Lyonnais. Saturated in history, the beauty of this tale must be unravelled. The chronicle can be read west to east from the top of Fourvière hill: a physical embodiment of the formation of Lyon, from the 1st to the 21st century. Explore Lyon’s underlying mysteries and discover a tale of two cities; an eclectic mix of the old and the new. France’s second city is electrifying in this synthesis. Unlike any other place, vibrant art deco constructions stand beside Roman ruins and Gothic monuments, while tradition meets modernity in everything from the city’s cuisine to its seasonal festivals. The ancient and the contemporary co-exist, rooted in harmonious unison, as comfortably as the Rhône and the Saône. Team CTR 2014