Franceš«š·ļ½Place Bellecour in Lyon
France š«š·ļ½Strolling Through the Heart of Lyon: Encountering Place Bellecour, the Largest Pedestrian Square in Europeā Nestled in the heart of Lyon, Place Bellecour was once known as the Royal Square. Its unique feature lies in the red soil paving the ground, which forms an extremely harmonious picture with the red roofs of the surrounding ancient buildings šļø. This square also witnessed the 19th-century uprisings of Lyon's textile workers, and the marks of history endow it with a profound cultural heritage.ā Standing tall in the square is the masterpiece of sculptor Lumonāthe equestrian statue of Louis XIV, which is dignified and spectacular, becoming the iconic attraction of the square š. Surrounded by ancient buildings constructed in the early 19th century, as well as various flower shops, cafes, and restaurants, it provides a peaceful resting place for citizens, making the square an ideal spot for people to spend their leisure time ā.ā And if youāre here for hot springsāyouāve come to the right spot! Do a little research beforehand, and youāll find affordable options. Donāt forget to bring your own slippers and swim cap!ā Wishing you an amazing time here š The Museum of Decorative Arts in the southeast corner is a gathering place for culture and art, attracting countless literary and art lovers to explore the beauty of art within šØ.āThis fairy-tale town sits right beside Lac du Bourget, Franceās largest glacial lake. Nestled between mountains and water, itās a paradise for outdoor loversāyou can go boating š£āāļø on the lake, cycle along its shores, or hike in the nearby hills. Just a 1-hour train ride from Lyon, itās super easy to reach: step out of the station, rent a bike, and start your lakeside adventure.ā First-timers, donāt stress about getting lostāthe trails are clearly marked. No matter where you start your ride, the lake views will take your breath away. The scenery here feels almost Swiss: in April, you can still see snow-capped peaks of the Alps in the distance, and the lake water is so clear it sparkles like glass āØ #TravelBits #Travel #Scenery #UnmissableBeauty #GlobalTravel #OverseasTravel #Lyon #France #LyonLife #FrenchTravel
