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- Updated on December 21, 2024
Lyon in Video
Discover the architectural and historical treasures of Lyon through our immersive videos. Delve into the fascinating history of iconic monuments, such as the Basilica of Fourvière, Vieux Lyon, and many other must-see places. Explore the architectural details, learn the anecdotes and secrets of these unique places, and let yourself be transported by the soul of the city.
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Ainay district
Bellecour district
Fourvière district
Croix-Rousse district
Jacobins Quarter
Cordeliers district
Old Lyon district
Terreaux district
Croix-Rousse Slopes District
Statue of the Republic on Place Carnot, a place full of political and artistic history. Here, the monuments tell the story of the tumults and developments of the French Republic.
Welcome to the Great Synagogue of Lyon, an architectural and spiritual jewel in the heart of the city! Let me guide you through this building full of history and spirituality.
Welcome to the Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay, a historical treasure nestled in the heart of Lyon. I will be your guide during this fascinating visit of this emblematic place full of history and spirituality.
I invite you to go to the Place de l'Hôpital. As you approach the entrance door to the cloister of the Hôtel-Dieu, take a moment to contemplate the remarkable details that decorate it.
Welcome to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an essential place of Lyon’s faith and devotion to the Virgin Mary.
Welcome to the Church of Saint-Bruno-les-Chartreux, an architectural and spiritual gem nestled in the heart of Lyon. Dedicating its name to Saint Bruno, the founder of the Carthusian order, this church offers a unique experience where art and faith meet harmoniously.
Welcome to the house on Rue de la Poudrière! This house, wrongly nicknamed “the clog maker’s house”, has a fascinating history that dates back to its beginnings in March 1935.
Welcome to this very special metal ball. But before talking about this object, let me tell you a charming story that marked the origin of this tradition.
Welcome to the Théâtre des Célestins, a cultural gem in the heart of Lyon, nestled in the Jacobins district.
Welcome to this guided tour of 30 quai Saint-Antoine, an emblematic place in Lyon which played a crucial role in the history of puppet theatre in the 19th century.
In the heart of Lyon, the two towers of the Saint-Nizier church rise majestically, each bearing witness to a distinct era and architectural style.
Welcome to the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, also called Primatiale Saint-Jean, seat of the primate of Gaul. Located in the heart of Old Lyon, it is an exceptional architectural testimony, mixing Romanesque and Gothic styles.
Welcome to the Impasse Turquet, a historical gem nestled in the heart of Lyon! This narrow cobbled street, preserved through the ages, transports us into the meanders of the 14th or 15th century, where time seems suspended.
Today, I invite you to discover one of the curiosities of our beautiful city: the statue of Polyphemus, which sits proudly in the main courtyard of the City Hall.
Arriving at this address, your eyes will be drawn to a magnificent door decorated with text engraved on the lintel.
The museum's garden, which corresponds to the former cloister of the 17th-century abbey, reveals a rich and fascinating history. Once reserved for the nuns, this enclosed interior space offered a haven of peace where they could enjoy nature.
Note the inscription “Patrie” on the pediment of this beautiful monument, and the one which pays homage to Auguste-Laurent Burdeau on the pedestal “1851 BURDEAU 1894”.
The Brunet House, also called the “house with 365 windows”, is a building in the La Croix-Rousse district, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon.
Welcome to the Cour des Voraces, an iconic location in the heart of the slopes of the Croix-Rousse in Lyon. This courtyard, built around 1840, is famous for its monumental six-story façade staircase, also known as the free-flight staircase.
La Condition des Soies, an industrial establishment in the heart of Lyon, is of significant importance in the history of silk, an emblematic industry of the region.