Lyon

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Lyon (Pronunciation: /liːˈɒn/, Etymology: From the Latin name Lugdunum)

Lyon is a city in east-central France in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, situated between Paris and Marseille. Etymologically, Lyon is derived from the Latin name Lugdunum, which means "hill of light" or "hill fort of Lugus". Lugus was a Celtic god, and Dunum refers to a hill fort.

History

Lyon was founded by the Romans in 43 BC and was known as Lugdunum. It was the capital of the Gauls and an important city in the Roman Empire. The city is known for its historical and architectural landmarks and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Healthcare in Lyon

Lyon is a significant centre for medicine and biotechnology, including institutions such as the Lyon Sud Hospital, which is one of the most important in France, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer, which is a part of the World Health Organization. The city also hosts the Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, which is one of the largest medical schools in France.

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