The “Bibliothèque de la Cité” fresco, also known as the Mur des Écrivains, is a must-see work located in Lyon. This painted wall features a giant library where each “book” represents an author with a connection to the city of Lyon, whether they were born there, lived there, or wrote there. With nearly 500 literary references, this fresco celebrates Lyon’s rich literary tradition and offers visitors a unique cultural experience.
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The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.
The Palais de Flore, the tallest building in France at the time
The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.
Brotteaux Station, a place full of history and transformations
Welcome to the Gare des Brotteaux. Please note that there used to be a small wooden and plaster station, built in 1858 to accommodate the Lyon-Geneva line.
Guimet Museum: abandonment or rebirth?
Welcome to the former Guimet Museum, a place rich in history and artistic diversity.
The little Valla house in the middle of a building
You are in front of an astonishing scene where past and present meet. Observe the 19th century villa enclosed in an office building.
Brotteaux Crypt – Victims of the Revolution
Welcome to the Sainte-Croix Chapel, also known as the Missionaries of Our Lady Chapel.
The smallest house at 28 avenue Maréchal Foch
Stop in front of number 28 avenue maréchal Foch, where you will find a real curiosity: the smallest house in the city.