Lyon History
What is a bouchon?
A typical Lyonnais restaurant serving traditional dishes.
What animal is Lyon's mascot?
A lion
What is Pérouges?
This medieval village is known for its well-preserved cobblestone streets and fortified walls.
Who is Irelands patron saint?
Saint Patrick
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
Which two rivers run through Lyon?
Rhône and Saône.
What is Place Bellecour?
This major square in Lyon is one of the largest pedestrian squares in Europe.
Pérouges is especially famous for this sweet flat pastry topped with sugar and butter, what is it called?
What is galette de Pérouges
This traditional Irish dance style is known for stiff upper bodies and fast footwork.
Irish stepdance
What is Irelands nickname?
The Emerald Isle
What kind of fabric is Lyon known for producing?
Silk
What is Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière?
This hilltop basilica overlooking Lyon is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and offers panoramic views of the city.
Which century was Pérouges originally founded?
13th century
Which creature guards gold at the end of rainbows?
leprechaun
Which river runs through Dublin and divides the city into north and south sides?
the River Liffey
What is the region of France that Lyon is located in?
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
What is the Ancient Theatre of Fourvière?
This Roman theater in Lyon dates back to 15 BCE and is still used for performances today.
What festival is Pérouges known for?
Medieval festival
What is the name of the world-famous Irish Beer?
Guiness
What is the native language of Ireland?
Gaelic
Which architect/sculptor designed the big fountain in Lyon of the horses at Place des Terreaux?
Hint: he designed the statue of liberty
Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi
What festival is Lyon known for?
Fête des Lumières
What kind of tree is the famous tree in the middle of Pérouges?
A Linden tree
This sport, one of Ireland’s national games, is played with a stick and a small ball.
hurling
Which Irish writer wrote Dracula?
Bram Stoker