Thursday, 7 June 2018

Two full days in Lyon

Wednesday was washing and walking day. The walk took us across the Saone river to the old town of Lyon. Interesting narrow, cobbled streets where every second place was a cafe, bouchon or restaurant.
Took the funicular up the hill to the Roman theatres that still operate today for shows. Having the light towers, stages etc took away the Roman feel of the place, but probably saves on cost of new stadiums. (Take note NSW).
Walked further to the top to look at the impressive Notre Dame and enjoy great views over the city. Recovered over an excellent Prix fix lunch in a side street, before walking back across the river and down to Place Bellecour and back up the main drag to home. Quiet drink nearby and easy dinner at home, before a night walk along the party boats of the Rhône, had us ready for a good nights rest.
Thursday was our last chance for a museum and we targeted Musee de Confluence, where the the two rivers meet. Metro and trams were eventually negotiated to reach this futuristic building.
Enjoyed a few hours at both temporary and permanent exhibitions that were impressive in their curation. Knew little of cartoonist Hugo Pratt or the Taureg people before, but do now!
Went back for a break and a pack before dinner across the Rhône.




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