a monument, a story Crématorium de Lyon Lyon Saturday September 17, 2022
Crématorium de Lyon: a monument, a story Crématorium de Lyon, 17 September 2022, Lyon.
Crématorium de Lyon: a monument, a story 17 and 18 September Crématorium de Lyon
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A true architectural heritage, the Crématorium de Lyon exceptionally opens its doors to the public. Come and discover the history of cremation in Lyon and discover at the technical festivals.
Crematorium of Lyon 17 Rue Pierre Delore – 69008 LYON Le Grand Trou Lyon 69008 Metropolis of Lyon Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Tramway T2/T4 (Jet d’eau stop – Mendès France) | Bus 35 (Audibert Lavirotte stop) and C12 (Grand Trou stop) | Cycling: 4 Vélo’v stations nearby
04 78 61 70 37 https://crematorium-lyon.com/ Built according to the plans of the architect Étienne Curny, the Crématorium de Lyon was put into service in 1913, without an official inauguration, becoming the fifth crematorium to be reinforced on the National territory. Located within the Guillotière New Cemetery, it is in the academic style of the early 20th century with its dome, a characteristic of Italian architecture. This monument, a true architectural heritage and witness to the evolution of cremation in Lyon, is listed in the inventory of remarkable buildings of the 20th century.
Built according to the plans of the architect Étienne Curny, the Crématorium de Lyon was put into service in 1913, without an official inauguration, becoming the fifth crematorium to be reinforced on national territory.
It is in the academic style of the early 20th century and is recognizable by its dome covered with slates and surmounted by a lantern, inspired by Italian architecture, and by its peristyle, a porticoed gallery bordered by colonnades.
A true architectural heritage, this monument is listed in the inventory of remarkable buildings of the 20th century and is integrated into the Guillotière New Cemetery.
Through a guided tour, you will discover the history of cremation in Lyon and the progress of this mode of burial. For those who also wish, the technical parts will be accessible.
Start and end dates and times (year – month – day – hour):
2022-09-17T14:30:00+02:00
2022-09-18T17:30:00+02:00
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