This is my contribution to the weekly Thursday Doors challenge, hosted by Dan Antion over at No Facilities blog.
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For the third week, I am featuring Lyon, a city in east-central France, from a visit there this past June. This week, like last, we will be walking through Vieux-Lyon, the Old Town of Lyon, near the River Saône.
My husband and my favorite thing to do when visiting a new city is to just romp around. We immensely enjoyed walking the cobblestone streets and alleyways of Old Town and finding hidden gems.
Guignol, a famous puppet in French history, hails from Lyon.
“Guignol is deeply intertwined with the silk industry and the working class of Lyon. Created by Laurent Mourguet in 1808, Guignol quickly became a symbol of the silk workers’ struggle for justice and social change. Mourguet’s puppet shows addressed current issues and mocked the powerful, making Guignol a beloved figure among the working class. Today, Guignol remains a cultural icon.” (Guignol Theatre)
I hope you enjoyed another little look around Lyon. If you would like to see the first two posts featuring Lyon, see here and here. More to come next week!
For other wonderful contributions to Thursday Doors, from all around the globe, visit Dan’s.
Thank you for stopping by. Have a wonderful weekend!
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We also like to just wander around a town or city and see what we stumble upon. I love the puppet!
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It is the best way, isn’t it? What a treat when you turn the corner and discover a beautiful cathedral or an amazing open square or quaint shops and such. 🙂 Thanks, Darlene, for the visit!
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Cracking doors
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Thank you, Sheree. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
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I’m sure I shall and I hope you do too
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Another breathtaking walking tour, Brenda.
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I’m so happy you enjoyed the tour, Nancy. It’s always good to see you. Happy weekend!
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That is a wonderful neighbourhood. Love the puppets.
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It really is very quaint, and the puppets add a great deal of charm. Thanks so much, Teresa, for stopping by! 🙂
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Thank you, Brenda, for the continued tour of beautiful Vieux-Lyon. Wonderful photos, all of them. That door with the wood carving is amazing! I can see the charm in the city and the cobblestone paths you mentioned.
Thank you for the excellent information on Laurent Mourguet’s Guignol. Great share.
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Thanks so much for your kind comments, Suzette! I am trying to provide more information on the places I go. I’m not too good at that, but love taking the photos. 🙂 Happy weekend!
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You are very welcome, Brenda. And a happy weekend to you.
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I love the puppet. Your pictures are lovey, especially the ones showing the narrow streets. I like your approach to a new city.
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Romping is my favorite way! 🙂 Thanks so much, Dan.
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Your photos take me places I could only ever dream about going. Thank you for this wonderful glimpse into Lyon.
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I’m so happy to show you around, Violet! Thanks so much for your lovely comments.
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