Statue of the Republic — Attraction in Lyon

Commissioned in 1880 to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution, the statue was crafted by sculptor Émile Peynot and architect Victor-Auguste Blavette. Inaugurated in 1889, the monument features a bronze figure of Marianne—the personification of the French Republic—standing atop a 15-meter-high pedestal. Marianne is depicted caressing a lion with her right hand, symbolizing strength, while holding an olive branch in her left, representing peace.  

Originally, the statue was accompanied by four stone groups representing Liberty, Equality, Fraternity, and the City of Lyon, reinforcing the core values of the Republic. However, during the construction of Lyon’s metro in 1975, these groups were relocated: Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity now reside in Parc Bazin, while the City of Lyon group was moved to Square...

This is one of those "off the beaten track" tourists' discovery. I stumbled upon this by accident whilst trying to find Perrache station. In a Christmas market park stands this tall statue. It's supposedly Marianne, who represents the Republic, with a lion beside her. I could just make out the Gallic Rooster stomping on a snake. Interesting as a passing interest for me. Worth searching for...

Very impressive statute one several located in Place Carnot, so worth a visit as there are also several items of historical interest there. A walk from Place Carnot to Place Bellecour along Rue Victor Hugo takes about 20 minutes and has lots of shops and small cafes. Rue Victor Hugo is a pedestrian are but watch for cars where it is crossed by a number of...