Fourvière, Panoramic views of Lyon's history and beauty

Fourvière 69005 Lyon, France
The panoramic view of the historic Lyon can be seen from this mountain
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Introduction

Fourvière Hill is the source of Lyon and the birthplace of Christianity. It is an important location for the Festival of Lights in Lyon. The hill features a 19th-century Baroque-style Basilica, as well as an ancient Roman amphitheater and the Museum of Roman-Gallic Civilization. Standing on the hill, one can overlook the entire city, with the tallest building known as the "Pencil Tower". Across the hill is the Croix-Rousse district, which was once a gathering place for textile workers and is also known as the "Silk Hill". From the hill, one can admire the peninsula and the area between the two rivers, especially enchanting at night.

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Fourvière 69005 Lyon, France

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