La Place Bellecour is the central historic city square of Lyon, featuring iconic statuary and sculpture, and has seen centuries of history. During Rom ... More
La Place Bellecour is the central historic city square of Lyon, featuring iconic statuary and sculpture, and has seen centuries of history. During Roman times, the square served military and commercial purposes. It was a vineyard owned by the Archbishop of Lyon in the 12th century, served as an encampment of soldiers in 1562, and after a nearly century-long court battle, the king took possession.