The capital of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and the third-largest city in France, Lyon is tucked away in east-central France at the meeting point of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Established as Lugdunum by the Romans in 43 BC, it soon emerged as a crucial center for administration and trade. Centuries of architectural and cultural strata are reflected in its historical core, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and is marked by Renaissance houses and little "traboules" (covered passages).
Lyon, known as the culinary capital of France, has a thriving culinary culture that is supported by its renowned chefs, lively food markets like Les Halles de Lyon – Paul Bocuse, and "bouchons," or classic bistros. Beyond food, the city is a hive of creativity and festivals: Lyon successfully combines its rich history with vibrant modern life thanks to the city's vibrant silk-weaving heritage, cutting-edge biotech and digital industries, vibrant student body, and the spectacular Festival of Lights every December.
Experience luxury and adventure together as you travel some of Europe's most breathtaking rail routes, passing through well-known tourist spots and taking in stunning landscapes, tunnels, and mountains.
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