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 Semi-urban park |
Avenue Pierre Mendès-France Boulevard Laurent-Bonnevay Lyon 69500 France |
Students from the nearby university come to this park in summer to revise their studies or talk in the shade of the oaks and even to nap on the lawn in the company of the squirrels and rabbits that roam freely here. Parilly Park, situated between the athletics stadium and the racecourse, is a good place to get away from the hustle & bustle of the city and is popular with joggers who follow a specially adapted itinerary. Unfortunately the main roads nearby are a constant reminder that civilisation is not far away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park to the east of Lyon |
2 Rue Chambovet Lyon 69003 France |
The 'Parc Chambovet', located just between Bron and Lyon's 3rd arrondissement, has an immense space of grasslands stretching over 58000 m2 (ideal for picnics and spur of the moment football matches), as well as jungle gyms for children and a more traditional public garden. It's close to the medical centre, and is the perfect place to reinvigorate yourself every day of the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Thirty's housing estate |
Rue Serpollières Lyon 69008 France +33 4 7875 1675 |
In 1905 Edouard Herriot, the mayor of Lyon, named Tony Garnier as the town's official architect. He had very specific theories about architecture (see Halle Tony Garnier) and imagined a Utopian self-sufficient city (with its own housing, factories, schools, a sports stadium). There are 3 blocks of flats at 1, rue Serpollières that represent the original plan of 1925, but unfortunately budget restrictions forced Tony Garnier to cut back on open spaces and increase the surface area and the number of floors in the buildings (1928-1935). The residents of this district have joined up with local artists and contributed to the rehabilitation of the city by creating 24 frescoes of working-class life in the 19th century as well as Tony Garnier's designs for his utopian city. A show flat from the 1930's is open for public viewing (enquire at Tony Garnier museum, 8 rue Serpollières). Admission is EUR 1.5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park to the east of Lyon |
16 Avenue des Acacias Lyon 69003 France |
The Parc Bazin, between Lyon and Villeurbanne, proves that there are large open spaces even right in the middle of residential areas such as that to the east of Part-Dieu. Children go there after school, walkers go there to gather their thoughts. In short, there is space for everyone here more than 21000 square meters of lawns and trees. There is no doubt that all districts in Lyon deserve a place like the Parc Bazin. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Mosque founded in 1992 |
146 Boulevard Pinel Lyon 69008 France +33 4 7876 0023 |
The first stone of the Lyon mosque was laid on the 14th of June 1992, which closed the controversy over the legitimacy of its construction. Certain people imagined that the minaret would challenge the basilica at Fourvière! The project was conceived by the Ballandras and Mirabeau of Lyon and was mainly funded by King Fahd of Saudi Arabia and by other muslim countries. Opened in September 1994, the mosque responded to its critics with a mix of discretion and occidental modernity. The Persian arcs of the façade, the minaret which is 25 metres high and the white dome mounted on a crescent are the most apparent exterior elements, but it is on the inside where you can see the real architectural dexterity. The entrance patio is covered by a glass pyramid supported by 230 columns. A mezzanine level was fitted in the prayer room for the women, which overhangs the mihrab showing the direction of Mecca. The mihrab is decorated with a blue mosaic saying the famous verse "there is no other God than God and Mohammed is his prophet". The mosque has a documentation centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cinema was born in Lyon, and the Institut Lumière proves it! |
25 Rue du Premier-Film Lyon 69008 France +33 (0)4 7878 1895 http://www.institut-lumiere.org/ contact@institut-lumiere.org |
This museum and former home of famous inventors Louis and Auguste Lumière is dedicated to all things related to the the world of theatre and cinema. Exhibitions include a display of the brothers' inventions, and there is a theatre for documentaries, conferences or screenings and a library. Many events, festivals, conferences and meetings are organised throughout the year and, in the Summer, there are free open-air films in front of the castle. Admission to the Hangar du Premier-Film theatre is mostly free; check the Web site for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of the town |
4 Rue des Serpollières Lyon 69008 France +33 4 7875 1675 musee@mutg.org |
Situated in the district of the Etats Unis, this museum presents a new concept since it takes the town as its central theme. The Tony Garnier museum takes its name from a famous Lyon architect who has contributed a great deal to the construction of the town in general and of this district in particular. This museum presents his work and his urban ideal. The museum is also a tribute to the district built by Tony Garnier into which he moved, thanks to the reconstruction of an appartment typical of the thirties including period furniture donated by the tenants. Do not miss the 24 frescoes, a real feature of the museum, representing life in Lyon. This museum will give visitors a greater insight into the town of Lyon and especially this rather unique district. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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