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Jan 2022
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Episode 006- The Story Behind the Names ...

SAMI CHIDIAC
About this episode

Have you ever wondered what hides behind the names of Lyon's most famous neighborhoods? Why Tete d'Or is called that way? How about Part-Dieu? Cordeliers? Fourviere?

In this first episode of the year, we will explore the stories behind the names of Lyon's most famous neighborhoods, From Fourviere to Tete d'Or passing by Bellecour. Put your most comfortable shoes, we're going on a virtual walk!

Santé!

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