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"I had an amazing time in Lyon. Is was a very comfortable place to improve my french and the experiences I gained will stick with me forever." ~Martha Eason

" I could go on and on and on and on about how absolutely fabulous Lyon was." ~Lauren Newman

"One of my favorite moments, however, was when I realized I had been walking around Lyon for days without using a map and that I didn't need one anymore." ~Codi Trigger

                                                                                                          Photo:Codi Trigger

"Any thoughts of France will always be associated with four fantastic weeks spent in Lyon. A peek outside the window of our residence revealed a vibrant, buzzing city of red, orange and brown architecture; the city had warmth to rival its grey, romantic sister, Paris. Lyon is truly breath-taking place!

The UVa in Lyon program offered me a perfect way to experience France with its fair balance of organized program activities, which helped us to acquaint ourselves with the city and its culture, and gain confidence in a unknown place. Still we had plenty of free time, which I got to spend exploring on my own and with fellow students.

A couple of experiences I will never forget include: cooking with a chef in Lyon (the gastronomical capital of France!), a 40km tandem bike ride in the town of Annecy with the French Alps as our backdrop, staying up all night for the summer solstice music festival, or a simple walk, browsing used books from vendors by the river and a glace enjoyed while strolling the cobblestone streets of Vieux Lyon (the historical district).

"The assurance and encouragement I received from the locals when I practiced French in "real life" is something I will always remember fondly. Whether asking for peppers in the local market or directions to the nearest metro stop, I was often met with receptive smiles. My experience in Lyon really encouraged ownership of my trip to France by giving me a personal perspective on a previously unknown city and by contextualizing my French studies in unique and intimate way."

~Norhan Fillo

                                                  Annecy                                                                                    Dijon                       Photos:Norhan Fillo

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