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LyonLyon is a city in east central France. Location: 45°46'1?N, 4°50'3?E. Together with its suburbs and satellite towns, Lyon forms the second largest metropolitan area in France after Paris, with 1,648,216 inhabitants at the 1999 census, and approximately the 20th to 25th largest metropolitan area of Western Europe. Lyon is the capital of the Rhône-Alpes region, and the prefecture (capital) of the Rhône departement. The city gave its name to the Lyonnais province, of which it was the capital. Today the region around Lyon is still known as Lyonnais (French: le Lyonnais), or sometimes even as the Lyonnaise Region (French: Region Lyonnaise). Lyonnaise Region is an unofficial, popular name, not to be confused with the administrative region of Rhône-Alpes, which is much larger than the Lyonnaise Region. more... National name:LyonPopulation: 445,000 (city); 1,167,000 metropolitan area). Ethnic Groups:Celtic and Latin with Teutonic, Slavic, North African, Indochinese, Basque minorities Religion: Roman Catholic 83%-88%, Protestant 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 5%-10%, unaffiliated 4% . Government: Republic Languages:French 100%, rapidly declining regional dialects and languages (Provencal, Breton, Alsatian, Corsican, Catalan, Basque, Flemish) History of LyonLyon was founded as a Roman colony in 43 BC by Munatius Plancus, a lieutenant of Caesar, on the site of a Gaulish hill-fort settlement called Lug[o]dunon-from the Celtic sun god Lugus ('Light', cognate to Old irish Lugh, Modern irish Lu) and dunon (hill-fort). The name was latinised as Lugdunum; Lug was equated by the Romans to Mercurius. Lug's 'totem' was a cock (rooster), hence the Modern French association with 'le coq'. more... Overview on Lyon's EconomyIndustries:machinery, chemicals, automobiles, metallurgy, aircraft, electronics; textiles, food processing; tourismReal growth rate: 2.1% Literacy:99% Inflation:2% Imports: machinery and equipment, vehicles, crude oil, aircraft, plastics, chemicals Exports: machinery and transportation equipment, aircraft, plastics, chemicals, pharmaceutical products, iron and steel, beverages Trading Partners: Germany, Italy, UK, USA Teledensity:57.35 Main telephone lines per 100 inhabitants Sport in LyonFootball is at the heart of the sporting life of the city, with its home team, Olympique Lyonnais , doing very well in the French first league, achieving a second place standing, just behind Nice and comfortably ahead of Olympique de Marseille, in 2002. The team is based at the Stade de Gerland, avenue Jean Jaurès , a classified historical monument designed by local architect Tony Garnier, in 1926. The stadium is not normally open for visits, except during matches and concerts. This was one of the host venues for the 1998 World Cup. more... Clothing in LyonDress casually but well, and remember that the French often read a great deal into the way you dress. Some restaurants and hotels are likely to expect a shirt and tie to be worn. For business meetings and formal events, both men and women should wear a smart suit. Remember that the French are often somewhat formal, appreciating punctuality and adhering strictly to custom in administrative issues. Also, make sure you carry business cards! Also Read: Nightlife of Lyon | Sightseeing in Lyon | Activities in Lyon | Getting in Lyon | Key Attractions of Lyon | Lyon Currency Facts for TravellersVisa: U.S. citizens traveling on regular passports
do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to this country for
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Location: Rhone-Alpes region, France. Country dialing code: 33. Area Code: 4 Time zone: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October). Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz; round two-pin plugs are standard. Average January temp: 3°C (37°F). Average July temp: 21°C (70°F). Annual rainfall: 826mm (33 inches). Geography of LyonLyon's geography is dominated by the Rhône and Saône rivers which converge to the south of historic city centre forming a sort of peninsula or "presqu'ile"; two large hills, one to the west and one to the north of the historic city centre; and a large plain which sprawls westward for the historic city centre. To the west is the Fourvière, known as "the hill that prays", is the location for the highly decorated Notre-Dame de Fourvière basilica, several convents, the palace of the Archbishop, the Tour metallique (a highly visible TV tower, replicating the last stage of the Eiffel Tower) and a funicular. To the north is the Croix-Rousse, "the hill that works", was traditionally home to the many small silk workshops, an industry for which the city was renowned. more... Shopping in LyonLyon is a real shopper's paradise. The area of the Presqu'ile boasts the most attractive streets for shopping, such as rue Victor Hugo and rue de la Republique, where the big department stores of Printemps and Galeries Lafayette are located. The rue du President Herriot, with its elegant 19th-century buildings, makes an ideal setting for the luxury boutiques of Cartier, Hermès, Gucci or Louis Vuitton. Fine antiques and old books can be found on rue Auguste Comte or at La Cite des Antiquaires near the Parc de la Tete d'Or. Rue Auguste Comte is a lively street with some 80 shops devoted to antiques. La Cite is open on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 0930-1230 and 1430-1900. more... Climate of LyonThe climate is temperate, fairly hot in the summer and relatively cold in the winter. Heavy precipitation is a dominant aspect of the city's weather, and you can expect rain in Lyon year-round: heavy thunderstorms in summer, gray days and downpours in autumn, flurries of snow and biting sleet in winter and short, fresh showers in spring. June-September temperatures...more Also Read: Lyon Administration | Culture of Lyon | Religion of Lyon | Colleges and universities in Lyon | Getting Around in Lyon | Lyon Excursions | Health Risks in Lyon Festivals of France
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