Metropolis of Lyon, Urban Metropolis in France
Lyon Metropolis, or Métropole de Lyon in French, is a regional public establishment that enjoys both communal and departmental competencies.
Its creation was voted by the French Parliament on January 1st 2015, making it a unique instance of local governance in the country.
It includes all of Greater Lyon, which is home to numerous cultural festivals and recognized globally for its outstanding food scene.
The region has efficient public transport links including metro systems, trams, buses and an international airport.
Unlike other metropolises in France, Lyon Metropolis has the particularity of combining the competencies of a department and a commune.
Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Location: departmental district of the Rhône
Location: Arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: January 1, 2015
Capital city: Lyon
Population: 1416545
Website: grandlyon.com
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Lyon Metropolis, or Métropole de Lyon in French, is a regional public establishment that enjoys both communal and departmental competencies.
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