Published on April 17, 2015 by

Take a tour of Lyon, France – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats.

Hi, this is your host, Naomi. I would like to show you the top 5 attractions of Lyon, France.

Number five: Place Bellecour. Lyon is one of the largest cities of France. It has many great landmarks, like this historical square, a focal point of the city.

Number four: St. Jean Cathedral, an impressive Roman Catholic cathedral that was built between the 12th and 15th century. The inside hosts a unique astronomical clock.

Number three: rivers. There are two rivers running through Lyon, offering opportunities for nice city views, river cruises, scenic walks, and outdoor activities.

Number two: local architecture. Take time to walk through the streets of Lyon. You will find the city full of colorful houses that depict architectural styles from multiple eras.

And number one: Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourviere. Constructed in the 19th century, overlooking a hill, this is a popular attraction and offers excellent views of Lyon.

Hope you enjoyed this video. See you next time!

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