With the promenades and leisure facilities along the banks of the Rhône and Saône, the success of the Vélo’V city bike system and its automobile equivalent, as well as the Tête d’Or Park – a veritable green lung in the heart of the city-, and the complete renovation of the Confluence District, Lyon offers an ideal quality of life. Ideally located in the south-east of France, Lyon, capital of the Rhône Alpes region is just two hours by TGV (high-speed train) from Paris and a mere 90 minutes from the Mediterranean coast. Lyon is famous all over the world for the art of fine living. With many Michelin-star restaurants, famous chefs, typical "bouchon" restaurants, café bistros and avant-gardist dining experiences: whatever your taste, there's something for you. See http://www.en.lyon-france.com/Discover-Lyon) for more details.