FamxplorFresque des Lyonnais
What to expect
The Fresque des Lyonnais is a large mural painting that represents 2000 years of Lyon's history with 25 historical and 6 contemporary figures from the city. The mural is 800 square meters and is located on a building in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. It was created by the Cité de la Création artist cooperative in 1994-1995. The fresque features a range of notable Lyonnais, including Emperor Claudius, Pierre Puvis de Chavanne, Joseph-Marie Jacquard, and Paul Bocuse, among others. The mural is a popular tourist attraction and a great place to learn about the history and culture of Lyon
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Activities: We saw the Fresque des Lyonnais, a large mural featuring famous Lyon personalities. We also saw the Mur des Canuts, a large mural in the Croix-Rousse neighborhood
Highlights: The kids were impressed by the size and detail of the Fresque des Lyonnais. We all appreciated the vibrant colors and the artistic talent of the artists ✨