A fortified palace in the shape of a ship on the Thiou river.

For over 300 years this little carving has been the city’s good luck charm.

These ramparts, once lined with towers, were constructed in defense of Beaune.

One of the most powerful religious centers in the Middle Ages, dubbed the founder of Western monasticism.

A tiled, multi-level garden of survival in Lyon.

Explore the 500-year history of silk-making in Lyon at this museum, workshop, and boutique.

Lyon's "Wall of the Silk Weavers" is one of the largest murals in Europe.

Hundreds of hidden passageways weave through the old quarters of Lyon.

Monsters and miniatures are held in equal esteem at this wondrous museum.

For hundreds of years, automatons moving to metallic music have been marking the passage of time.

Lyon's miniature version of the Eiffel Tower was built as a statement in support of French secularism.

Inside this museum, Christians were imprisoned when the Romans controlled Gaul.

Lyon, France is home to two remarkably preserved Roman theaters, one dating back to 15 BCE.

The first modern cemetery of Lyon is complete with more than 200 chapels and monuments.

A colorful piece of contemporary art cheerfully clashes with Lyon's historical architecture.

Antique cinematography artifacts fill this museum dedicated to the inventors of the moving picture.

Nicknamed the "Museum of Horrors," this French anatomical collection has been fascinating visitors for over a century.

An art world insider finds himself battling for his artistic home.

A cave dwelling that was started by the Celts, expanded by monks, and finished by knights.

A Gothic cathedral created from volcanic rocks.