Discover Lyon

Architecture aficionados and those who enjoy the various styles throughout Lyon's history, prepare to be amazed!

Lyon was built over 2,000 years and yet, built in compliance amid its successive periods. This is one reason for its classification as a UNESCO World Heritage.
Some of the various civil and religious sites date back to antiquity and mark out the areas of Lyon.
Great architects worked to beautify the city over the centuries: Philibert de l'Orme, Soufflot, Mansart, Tony Garnier, Bossan Delfante, Nouvel, Calatrava,

Botta, Buren, Piano ... assisted by talented anonymous, such as tailors stone carved their initials on the walls of the cathedral. Can you recognise them?