Lyon Set to Benefit as New Flights Fill Airport

Lyon allows travellers to experience history, culture, beautiful scenery and architecture

With a number of airlines recently announcing new services to the increasingly popular destination of Lyon, France's second largest city is set to become a hub of activity over the coming years. With beautiful scenery and architecture providing the perfect gateway, not only to the Alps but also to the Mediterranean, tourism looks set to boom.

Set apart from many other cities due its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lyon offers many attractions to the discerning traveller. Nestled between the Saone and the Rhone, the hills of Croix-Rousse and Fourviere provide a stunning precipice to the city. Lyon is smaller in size only to Paris, and provides the perfect location for travellers seeking French charm and modern dynamics. With a vibrant history in both Latin and Northern French cultures, Lyon certainly has a unique flavour to it, with many locations providing a glimpse into city's former days.

A vibrant nightlife, excellent shopping and a range of art galleries and museums provide a broad scope of entertainment whilst a host of Michelin-starred restaurants mean that outstanding cuisine is never hard to find. Because Lyon is located only a few hours from the snowy slopes of the Alps and provides quick access to the Mediterranean, the city is also a great place for tourists to visit on their way to or from a holiday destination. With a number of British airports providing flights to Lyon, including both London Stansted and Birmingham, this cultural retreat is only ever a short flight away.

Posted by Barry, 16 July 2010 10:27

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