Turquet impasse
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.
Good Shepherd Church built without stairs
Note its main entrance located at more than 3 meters high, but without a front staircase. To access the interior, the faithful must use the side entrances of the building.
Audio-guided tour of the Fresco of the Lyonnais
Welcome to La Fresque des Lyonnais, a huge 800-meter mural, representing 24 local historical figures and 6 contemporaries.
Memoir of Allan Kardec – founder of Spiritism
Allan Kardec, whose real name was Hippolyte Léon Den Rivail, was born in 1804 in Lyon. He was a prominent intellectual of the 19th century. But he is best known as the founder of modern spiritualism.
Center for the History of Resistance and Deportation (CHRD)
The Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation in Lyon is a museum dedicated to the history of the French resistance and deportations during the Second World War. Located in Lyon, it traces the key events of this dark period through interactive exhibitions and poignant testimonies, thus perpetuating the duty of remembrance.
The Central Hall, formerly the Cordeliers Hall
In its early days, Lyon's central market hall occupied the Place des Cordeliers, stretching between Rue Buisson (renamed Rue Antoine-Sallès in 1962) and Rue Claudia. At the initiative of Prefect Vaïsse, the Compagnie de la Rue Impériale was commissioned to build this large covered market. The architect Tony Desjardins was responsible for the design […]
The Maison du Concert aux Cordeliers no longer exists today
The concert hall, also known as the Hôtel du Concert, which you see in the photo behind the Meridian Column and just in front of the Basilica of Saint Bonaventure at the Cordeliers, had several uses over time. Originally built in 1724, it included a large concert hall, which was the main space dedicated to the […]
Barbe Island, the island jewel of Lyon
Île Barbe, located on the Saône River in Lyon, is an enchanting place full of history. A former monastic site founded in the 5th century, it is home to medieval remains and peaceful gardens. Accessible by a picturesque bridge, this island offers a quiet getaway, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Perfect for nature and history lovers, Île Barbe is a hidden treasure of Lyon.
The Aquarium of Lyon
You are about to explore a fascinating world beneath the surface of our oceans and rivers. Here is some information about this aquarium: Location: The Lyon Aquarium is located in the La Mulatière district, on the banks of the Rhône River, near Lyon city center. Collections: It houses a […]
Vignal console from Lyon, the resting console
This strange metal console is a poignant testimony to the attention paid to the Lyon silk workers of the time.
