LYON Lyon was founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago. For the last 500 years it has served as a commercial, industrial and banking powerhouse. It is endowed with museums, cultural life, a university, lively pedestrain malls and wonderful cuisine. In fact it is one of France's gastronomic capitals. Go back to french cities guide -GENERAL INFO -GETTING THERE AND AROUND -WHERE TO EAT -THINGS TO SEE