Université Jean Moulin: Lyon III

Favorite night spot: Black & White. They ad a great mix of music from all over the world including the american pop. Events not to be missed: The festival of lights in Decmber. It is a beautiful celbration with such a rich history behind it. It is kind of like the "Ball drop in NYC" you must do it at least once. The street market in Vieux Lyon on Sunday mornings: The people and the fresh fruits and vegetables are amazing and cheap, plus it is great way to truely interact with the native Lyonaises.

I enjoyed having people over at my place for some driking and snacks before heading out to the boats - there were a bunch of boats docked along the Rhone that operated like night clubs. I also really liked the Shisha bars, because they were relaxed and provided a great atmosphere to talk, drink, smoke and relax. But next year it won't be the same because the smoking ban comes into effect Jan. 1, 2008 so that will turn the Shisha bars into tea houses, which will be very sad.

There is a part of Lyon called "vieux Lyon", that is the old part of the city. It is a nice area to go to both during the day and at night. I must say that at night it was really a charming place with the old streets, welcoming cafes and pubs. This was definetely the area where we spent most of our night life.

The old town (5eme arrondissement) is not to be missed and can reached on foot. Lyon is the capital of gastronomy and often over looked by other international cities such as Paris. I wouln't have traded Lyon for Paris anyday. You're two hours from the Cote D'Azur and two hours from Paris and fourty five minutes from Switzerland

Get a pass'culture if you like the arts, it gives you access to 6 shows at selected venues for 60 euros. Get a 12-25 train pass to travel within france. We liked the Johnny Walsh's Irish pub, the Hot Club, Mi Barrio and La Marquise.

The Red House right next to uni is a really nice cafe! Otherwise Fish and Ayers Rock are great clubs! Dont miss Beaujolais Nouveau -its when the new wine comes out in November!The universitet arranges a field trip! Dont miss La fête des lumières either, its on december 8th! its amazing! :)