"Lyon, France's gastronomic heart, is a must-visit for foodies, history buffs, and Francophiles alike. Located to the east and the capital of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Lyon has drawn influences from its close Swiss and Italian neighbours. With over 2000 years of history, Lyon has a lot to offer everyone if you know where to look for it. Lyon's Arrondissements Like Paris, Lyon is divided into districts, called arrondissements."
"Bellecour can be found at the top of the second arrondissement, situated right in the heart of the Presqui'Île, a major shopping and cultural strip in central Lyon. With the Rhône and Saône rivers on either side, Bellecour offers easy access by both foot and metro to some of the best food and landmarks Lyon has to offer, so there's no better place to soak up the Lyonnaise lifestyle."
Lyon is a gastronomic center in eastern France and the capital of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, shaped by Swiss and Italian influences and boasting over 2,000 years of history. The city is divided into nine arrondissements, with the 1st and 2nd forming the central Presqu'île peninsula. Recommended neighborhoods include Bellecour for first-time visitors, La Confluence for modern charm, Croix-Rousse for trendy food, Vieux Lyon for history, and La Guillotière for students and budget travelers. Bellecour sits at the top of the 2nd arrondissement between the Rhône and Saône rivers, offering markets, easy metro access, the Place de Bellecour, the Palais de la Bourse, and major museums.
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