Fresque des Lyonnais, located in Lyon, France, is a seven-story-high mural that displays 25 notable figures from Lyon's past on the face of a building. Located on the corner of Rue de la Martiniere and Quai de la Pecherie, the trompe l'oeil mural was designed and executed by Cite de la Creation, an organization that has painted similar illusory murals throughout Europe. The monument is open daily and admission is free.
Fresque des Lyonnais
2 rue de la Martinière
Lyon, France 69001
The Temple of Augustus and Livia, a Roman temple dating back to 25 B.C., has served many different functions, including being a church during the Middle Ages, a courthouse and a museum since the 19th century. Located in the center of the French town of Vienne, the temple still stands largely intact after being restored in the 19th century. Admission is free.
St. Jean Cathedral, with its 13th century stained glass windows and 14th century astronomical clock, is a somber-looking cathedral located in the St. Jean quarter of Lyon and overlooking the Soane river. The cathedral is a medieval history lesson in itself. Built over a period of 300 years, the cathedral features a late Gothic facade and houses an archaeological garden. The cathedral still holds services daily and all are free to attend.
St Jean Cathedral
8 Place St Jean
Vieux Lyon, France 69005
+33 (0) 4 78 92 82 29
