Lyon, founded in the first 43 years, was a Roman colony founded by the representative of Caesar, Munatius Plancus. It is not only one of the three parts of ancient Gaul, but also the capital of Gaul. At the same time, Lyon is also the intersection of northern and southeastern France. Because of its geographical location at the intersection of two rivers, it soon became a major city in Gaul. In 843, according to treaty of verdun, Lyon became a part of the Kingdom of arles. It was not until14th century that Lyon was controlled by France. With the Renaissance, the influence of Italian businessmen spread to France, and the economy of Lyon began to grow significantly in the late15th century. When the international bank moved from Amsterdam to Genoa, Lyon became the banking center of France. During the Renaissance, the city developed silk trade, especially with Italy. Italy's influence on Lyon's architecture is still visible. Due to the silk trade, Lyon became an important industrial city in the19th century. During the French Revolution, Lyon was once destroyed by the revolutionary army and more than 2,000 people were executed. It was not until Napoleon came to power that a series of reconstruction work began. During World War II, Lyon was occupied by Nazi Germany and was not recovered until after the war. Cultural Lyon was the center of the early printing industry. Notre Dame de Fourier, which was built at the end of19th century, is a symbol of Lyon, and it combines architectural elements such as turret, loophole, marble and mosaic. Tour métallique de Fourvière, 1894, the cathedral of Lyon, the iron tower next to Notre Dame de Paris, was built at the end of 12, and the astronomical clock is 14 century, which can display religious festivals until 20 19. Lamouche Cattle Market and Slaughterhouse, 19 14, 1928, Architect Tony Gagnier tourette Notre Dame Abbey, 1960, Architect Kobe Shadora International Airport, 1975, Architect Guillaume Gilbert. Architect Jean Nouvel Lyon Airport Railway Station, 1994, architect Santiago Calatrava International City, 65438 Grand Theatre and smaller Odeen Theatre. The Grand Theatre is the oldest theater in France. Built in 15 BC, it can accommodate 30,000 people. Today, it can still be used for performances. The ground porcelain of Odeen Theatre is paved with geometric figures. The Gaul-Roman Museum of Ancient Civilization (fee required) is located underground, with a wealth of statues, coins, inscriptions, etc. , summarizes the history of Lyon in Rome.