Lyon

Lyon is definitely an established stopping point for travelers heading to South and Alps and is an attractive tourist destination maintaining its distinctive place in the world. Located at the junction point of Europe, 2 hours away from the ski routes of Alps and Mediterranean, Lyon is popular as the second biggest supplier to the economy of France. The history of Lyon starts on ''Fourviere Hill'' where leftovers of original ''Roman city'' have been found. Romans named the city as ''Lugdunum'' that means City of Light.

By the year 1998, Lyon came out as one of the only community centers on Unesco World Heritage List. The major asset inhabits in the similar way Lyon has built up, enabling each districts to safeguard their own unique architectural hallmarks. Today, as a metropolis, Lyon is featured by huge diversity in its establishment, between 2 hills and 2 rivers. The city also reveals its blended heritage by exhibiting mannerism of archetypal northern French township in some regions.

Tourist destinations in Lyon

Lyon is an ideal location for sightseeing as it boasts affluence of mixed attractions including both cultural as well as historic. Lovely gardens and stunning parks along with conventional puppet theatres are especially appealing for families. If you want to have maximum enjoyment in your visit, it is worth making advance planning and a thorough research. The church of cathedral St Jean, believed to be built up during forth century present the finest example of city's cultural prosperity.

The popular destination of Aquarium du Grand Lyon offers an impressive set of beautiful marine life and provides you with an opportunity to watch sharks closely. If you are touring Lyon with your family, then a visit to this aquarium is what that should never be missed. Some other destinations that you can visit in the city are Institute Lumiere, Atelier de Soierie, amphitheatre Gallo Romain and many more.

Airlines flying to Lyon

Air France, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss Air and Austrian Airlines offer  cheap air fares to visit Lyon

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

U.S. citizens are required to present a valid passport that has at least one blank visa page and the passport should not expire within six months of the last day you are in the country. U.S. citizens are not required to secure a visa in advance of travel to the country. You may stay in the country without a visa for a stay of up to 90 days