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Curiosities Garden

Lyon, France

This hidden garden boasts amazing views of Lyon. 

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Opened in 2001 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the relationship between Montreal and Lyon, this hidden garden offers an amazing view of the French city. The Quebec sculptor Michel Goulet created several chairs as a special place to sit and contemplate life.  

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At the end of Abbé Larue square, past the double entrance gate, walk following slightly curved alley to find the garden.

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