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In terms of gastronomy, Lyon is well-known for its hot Sausage and Quenelles and everyone knows that the Guignol puppet theatre originated here. Now Lyon has another claim to fame - its trompe l'il painted walls. If you liked the reproduction of the "Cour des Loges" near place Fousseret and the frescoes in the "cité Tony Garnier" (see Quartier des Etats Unis), then you will appreciate this mural, which represents local culture. On the corner of quai Saint Vincent and rue de la Martinière, portraits of the major players in the history of Lyon have been painted on balconies. You might recognise some, such as the Emperor Claude, Laurent Mourguet, creator of Guignol puppets, Bertrand Tavernier the film-maker or abbé Pierre. Several streets away from the "mur des Lyonnais", the painted wall of the city library "biliothèque de la cité" in rue de la Platière shows the town's literary achievements in a neighbourhood where bookshops abound.
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As the third largest city in France, Lyon is a thriving business district and considered the capital of gastronomy in France. HotelClub has a wide selection of hotels in Lyon, all available at discounted prices. Lyon ... happens to hold the title as being the silk capital of the world and many fashion related businesses are found in the area. Lyon also houses Interpol’s headquarters. The Croix-Rousse and Saint-Jean areas are known for their narrow alleys that connect the busier streets and shopping areas.
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Olympique Lyonnais has a highly-active and loyal fan-base, in Lyon. Lyon's fans have gained a strong reputation in Europe, due to their control of Ligue 1 as well as their appearances in the Champions League. The Stade de Gerland is frequently a sell-out in the majority of their home European and League matches.
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Resolutely convinced of its international vocation, Lyon has the facilities to match the world class events it welcomes. Every year, around thirty international events such as the G8, the UNCTAD World Congress, Pollutec (international environment show), Biovision (world forum of life sciences), etc., are organised in Lyon in partnership with the Tourist Office and the Conferences.
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One of the oldest churches in Lyon (it appears in a 9th century text by Bishop Leidrade), the Romanesque architecture of Saint Paul matches the abbey church of Ainay (cf. Saint Martin d'Ainay). In the 19th century the revival of interest in medieval art prompted several neo-Gothic additions (spire, west portal), but the church thankfully keeps its Romanesque coherence. The octagonal tower at the transept crossing and the chapels near to the apse have ... kept their arched openings decorated with small columns. The west steeple dates from the 15th century. The nave and the lower sides of the church have a surprising Romano-Gothic look.
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Lyon & Healy Europe, located in Remagen, Germany, with a lovely view of the Rhein River, carries everything that the professional or hobbyist harpist needs. They have a large assortment of Lyon & Healy harps in their showroom ready for playing and trial. To help the beginning harpist, Lyon & Healy Europe ... has harps available for rental. They also have a large variety of music, CDs and accessories for purchase.
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