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Lyon France Panoramic Photos on Canvas
Lyon France Panoramic Photos on Canvas
Lyon was historically known as an important area for the production and weaving of silk. The city is also known for its famous light festival. Economically, Lyon is a major center for banking as well as for chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries. It is ranked second in France as an economic center and convention center. The Christians in Lyon were martyred for their beliefs under the reigns of various Roman emperors. Lyon calls itself the world capital of wall art. Lyon is a visual feast and a gourmet capital. Lyon does not share the higher winter rainfall and cool summer temperatures typical of oceanic climates. Lyon is the gastronomic capital of France. Although Lyon doesn't often make it onto tourist itineraries, many cultural treasures await those who take the time to explore the city. Lyon stands on the site of the ancient Roman city called Lugdunum, founded in 43 BC, which was the capital of Gaul. While visiting Lyon, indulge in the famous regional cuisine. The hearty local cuisine features meat dishes, sausages, and salads. Tourists will also have fun shopping for gourmet food products in Lyon. The oldest church in Lyon, the Abbaye Saint-Martin d'Ainay was built in the 11th century on the site of a 4th-century Roman temple. The joke goes that Lyon was built on three rivers: the Rhone, the Saone and the Beaujolais. All year round the Lyonnais enjoy combining the three and lounge on the riverbanks.
