Lyon
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The facts about:Lyon
Country: France
Lyon by the Numbers:
Population: 445,452
Elevation: 659 feet
Average Annual Precipitation: 30.5 inches
Average January Temperature: 38 degrees F
Average July Temperature: 71 degrees F
Quick Facts:
Major Industries: tourism, silk, textiles, chemicals, machinery, printing
Electricity: 220 volts, 50Hz, round two-pin plugs
Time Zone: UTC/GMT+1
Country Dialing Code: 33
Area Code: 4
Did You Know? :
Known as the "Silk Capital of the World," Lyon is a hot spot for textile and fashion designers to set up their workshops and boutiques.
Orientation:
Lyon is France's third-largest city and is located in the eastern-central part of the country. Lyon lies 431 km (261 miles) southeast of Paris and 311 km (193 miles) north of Marseille.
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