Lyon - The Old and the New

We took a "Hop On-Hop Off" bus tour around Lyon to make use of the partial day (and night) we spent there. It is the third largest city in France with a great deal of industry so a city with a blend of the old and new. It appeared to us that there were many young professionals in the city. Lyon has a reputation for excellent food and we certainly found that to be the case. We had a well-presented and delicious meal at a downtown brasserie called the Espace Brasserie. Lyon is also known for its silk industry which began in the 19th century.

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Outdoor cafe table in Lyon. The food in Lyon has a reputation as being some of the best in France. Our evening meal at the Espace Brassere was certainly one of the best of the trip.