8th arrondissement of Lyon, Administrative district in eastern Lyon, France
The 8th arrondissement of Lyon is an administrative district on the city's eastern side that encompasses several neighborhoods including Bachut, Monplaisir, and Les États-Unis. Major boulevards link these diverse quarters together.
The district became independent in 1959 when it separated from the 7th arrondissement. Before this change, the area was agricultural land that gradually transformed into an industrial zone during the late 1800s.
The Institut Lumière preserves the legacy of cinema pioneers, while Tony Garnier's architectural approach shapes how residential buildings define the neighborhood. Local streets reflect how people have chosen to live here over generations.
The district is well served by public transportation, with five metro stations on Line D and multiple tram lines connecting different neighborhoods. This network makes it easy to move around the area.
The residential buildings in the États-Unis quarter feature painted wall decorations that combine social housing with artistic design. These murals were created by local artists and give the neighborhood its distinct character.
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