The slopes of the Croix Rousse. This area provides the perfect setting for a trip back in time. To the West, the Carthusian monastery is only one of ten convents to have been spared by the destruction of the French Revolution. To the East, the descending slopes offer striking views over the River Rhone. In ancient times its slopes housed the federal Sanctuary, dedicated in 12 BC to Rome and Augusta.
Most travellers automatically think of Paris when they think of fabulous French food.
Lyon is actually the gastronomy capital of France. Bordering the vineyards of the Beaujolais and the Cotes du Rhone, Lyon in an essential pilgrimage for gourmets worldwide. The ideal agricultural climate of the surrounding regions has resulted in a wealth of good produce. You would have to live in Lyon for a long time to experience the entire range of popular regional fare. Since eating is taken very seriously here, whatever it is you eat in Lyon is sure to be a pleasurable experience.