Domi Nostrae uncovers on a daily basis new creative talents. What is original here is the fact that the work is exhibited in a huge flat. Domi Nostrae exhibits especially paintings and photographs. A different place to visit on your vacations.
The Musee d'Art Contemporain was placed in the Palais des Beaux-Arts for about 10 years, but in 1995 was moved to the Cite Internationale. On one side is a thirties style façade and on the other, a wall of pictures. The museum has 2,700 m2 of exhibition space on three floors showing paintings, sculptures, films, photos or videos by some of the most famous modern artists .
This well known event offers a reflection of worldwide art based on a chosen theme. Many international artists come here to exhibit various trends in modern art: conceptual art, photography, sculpture, painting, video, and more.
Built between 1872 and 1884. The oriental and neo-classic influences (twisted columns and columned porticas) are mixed with architecture inspired by the medieval style machicolated towers, which creates a fortress church. An observatory offers amazing views, and under the basilica you will find a crypt, accessible from the esplanade. Just INCREDIBLE,. definetly the Basilique de Fourviére deserves your attention.
Lyon was known as an important commercial hub between Flanders and Italy. The town became a centre for cloth craftsmanship and, as of the 15th century, three or four important trade fairs were held at the "place du change". Lots of families made their fortunes from these fairs and the Thomassins Family, had a private mansion built on the "Place du change". This mansion is one of the oldest of its type in Lyon and an architecture wonder.
The is an unique and exquisite little private museum located on the corner of Rue Juiverie near to Gare St. Paul. It is of international standing and the kids will love the games and the dolls houses will amuze the little girls, while adults will appreciate the reconstruction of the famous theatre and restaurant on site. Model makers will gasp in admiration at the skill and patient dexterity displayed here.
Builted between 1909 and 1914 as an outline for the larger city. Inaugurated for the 1914 Universal Exhibition as a project for an "industrial city". This days, it is used for concerts and exhibitions but not so long ago it was still Lyon's meat market. Also used temporarily as an arsenal during World War I. Tony Garnier was inspired by 19th century glass and steel architecture. Garnier was more of a theorist than an architect as his buildings included all the functions of a slaughterhouse.
Place A. Poncet is located between place Bellecour and the banks of the Rhône . It is a relatively recent addition to Lyon's urban squares as it was laid out in 1934 when the Hopital de la Charite was demolished to make way for the Post Office building (Hôtel des Postes). This square has plenty of greenery, benches and fountains that could make its neighbour, place Bellecour , envious. A must for relaxing ride in Lyon
The ruins of this early Christian church were unknown until construction started on a new motorway junction at Choulans in 1976. This church was founded in the 5th-6th centuries but was known only through medieval texts and modern-day engravings. Saint Laurent was a funerary basilica built outside the town. This church was used for worship, but also had a funerary function as the numerous burial places and sarcophaguses in and around the building prove.
Since 1803, the Musee des Beaux-Arts has give shelter to premier collections and exhibitions. Today it has more than 700 paintings, 300 sculptures and thousands of objets d'art, including antiquities, coins and medals. The ground floor houses the refectory and chapel (formerly the church of St Pierre), containing 19th- and 20th-century sculptures. The first floor includes Egyptian, Greek and Roman (before 200BC) antiquities; the second floor is dedicated to paintings from the 15th-20th centuries. You can also find two book and gift shops and a refreshment area are inside the establishment. The admission fee is EUR 4; concessions of EUR2 are available.
Nick: French Maid
Name: Lucille (well ok, it's JUST Lucy :( )
Born in: the wrong country!
Age:19
Hobbies: Theatre, movies, girls night, french.
