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Lyon and the Croix-Rousse district
Old Lyon, Vieux Lyon, is the most distinctive part of the city.
It contains its medieval heart and the graceful Renaissance
townhouses built by Italian silk merchants.
The most fascinating part is the maze of interconnecting pedestrianised
tunnels, or traboules. They lead from one street to another
through concealed courtyards and galleries. These 300 or so
tunnels were made so that silk could be safely transported through
Lyon, protected from the elements and thieves. They have been
significant throughout the history of the city, serving as a
refuge to rioters and resistance fighters. If you find the door
to a traboule open, it definitely merits a quiet look inside.
The lively streets contain restaurants and cafés and the Place
Saint Jean, in front of the Cathedral of Saint Jean, is a good
starting point for any tour of the city. Another area to visit
is the Croix-Rousse district, home to Lyon's silk industry from
the 15th to the 18th century. The silk weavers, known as les
Canuts, were based on this hill which became known as 'the hill
that works', la colline qui travaille. In the Croix-Rousse you
will also find many good restaurants and local markets.
Links
In both French and English, this is a description of Lyon's
industrial past and importance in the fabric trade and contains
a preview of the museum's exhibits.
Museum charting Lyon's significance in the printing industry.
The collection is outlined in French and English.
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