The Armenian Genocide Memorial in Lyon stands as a solemn tribute to the victims of the atrocities committed against the Armenian people in 1915. Located in the city’s 8th arrondissement, the monument was inaugurated in 2006 and has since become a focal point for remembrance and reflection. Its design combines simplicity and strength, with symbolic elements that evoke resilience, mourning, and hope. Each year, commemorative ceremonies are held here, bringing together members of the Armenian community, local residents, and officials to honor the memory of the victims and reaffirm the importance of human rights and historical justice. As part of Lyon’s rich cultural landscape, the memorial not only preserves the legacy of the Armenian people but also serves as a reminder of the universal need to confront the past and promote peace. It is a place of silence and dignity, inviting visitors to pause and reflect on history’s enduring lessons.
Lyon FranceThe Lyon Armenian Genocide Memorial is located near Place Antonin Poncet, close to Place Bellecour, the main square of Lyon in the 2nd arrondissement. The memorial, erected in 2006, is made of 36 white concrete pieces supported by stones from Armenia and other countries affected by genocide, with poetry inscribed on the concrete. Its central location places it near prominent city landmarks, busy squares, and cultural hubs, making it accessible within Lyon’s vibrant urban heart, where visitors can also explore the nearby Rhône riverbanks, shopping streets, and historic sites.
Musée des Confluences
Lyon
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Lyon
Lugdunum – Musée & Théâtres Romains
Lyon
Musée Lumière
Lyon
Musée Cinéma & Miniature
Lyon
Musée d’Art Contemporain
Lyon
Musée de l’Imprimerie et de la Communication Graphique
Lyon
Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation
Lyon
Musée d’Histoire de Lyon
Lyon
Musée des Arts de la Marionnette
Lyon
Musée d’Art Religieux de Fourvière
Lyon
Maison des Canuts
Lyon
Musée Henri Malartre
Lyon
Musée Jean Couty
Lyon
Musée Urbain Tony Garnier
Lyon
Association Soierie Vivante
Lyon
Musée Soieries Brochier
Lyon
Musée d’Histoire de la Médecine et de la Pharmacie
Lyon
Musée des Moulages
Lyon
Théâtre des Célestins
Lyon
Théâtre des Marronniers
Lyon
Théâtre de la Croix-Rousse
Lyon
Théâtre Guignol de la Croix-Rousse
Lyon
Lugdunum Roman Theatre
Lyon
Théâtre Tête d’Or
Lyon
Improvidence Café-Théâtre
Lyon
Galerie Ceysson & Bénétière
Lyon
Galerie Valérie Eymeric
Lyon
Galerie Racont’Arts
Lyon
Galerie Carré d’artistes
Lyon
Galerie Le Réverbère
Lyon
Galerie MASUREL
Lyon
Galerie Vrais Rêves
Lyon
Palais archiépiscopal de Lyon
Lyon
Château de La Motte
Lyon
Fort de Loyasse
Lyon
Fort de Vaise
Lyon
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Lyon
Basilique Saint-Martin d’Ainay
Lyon
Église Saint-Nizier
Lyon
Église Saint-Bonaventure
Lyon
Église Saint-Polycarpe
Lyon
Église Saint-Just
Lyon
War Memorial on Île du Souvenir
Lyon
Fontaine Bartholdi
Lyon
Monument de la République
Lyon
Le Veilleur de Pierre
Lyon
Statue de l’Allégorie de la Ville de Lyon
Lyon
Mémorial de la Shoah
Lyon
Parc de la Tête d'Or
Lyon
Jardin Botanique
Lyon
Parc des Hauteurs
Lyon
Jardin Rosa Mir
Lyon
Parc Sergent Blandan
Lyon
Roseraie Internationale
Lyon
Zoo de Lyon
Lyon
Aquarium de Lyon
Lyon
Tour Part-Dieu
Lyon
Tour Métallique de Fourvière
Lyon