Llegué a Francia! VLOG LYON | Learn Spanish

Summary

In this video, the host explores Lyon, France, on Easter Sunday, noting the city's closure but appreciating the quiet for filming. They walk through the luxurious 6th arrondissement, visit the historic Old Lyon with its secret passages, and tour the Notre-Dame Basilica for its stunning views. The host also shares a typical French experience by buying a baguette and provides a quick tour of their student's apartment. The day ends with a search for a place to eat and drink, highlighting the local nightlife and teaching Spanish phrases along the way.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video is set in Lyon, France, where the host is staying in the luxurious and picturesque district of Fourvière.
• 🗓 It's Easter Sunday, and everything is closed, including bakeries, which the host wanted to visit for a baguette experience.
• 🏡 The host is staying with a student who lives in a conveniently located apartment, just 10 minutes from the city center.
• 🚶 The host explores Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), which is the most touristic and historically rich part of the city.
• 🏰 The host visits the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, which offers stunning views of Lyon and was built to thank the Virgin Mary for saving the city from invasion.
• 🛍 Despite the holiday, the host finds a bakery open and buys a baguette, comparing it to the bread available in Argentina.
• 🏠 The host gives a tour of the student's apartment, appreciating the decor and organization, including a map and a workspace.
• 📱 The host mentions needing to charge his phone after visiting the basilica and takes the opportunity to show his room and sofa bed.
• 🌃 As night falls, the host heads to a touristic street called Rue du Boeuf to find a place for a beer and a light meal.
• 🍽 The host discusses the expression 'lavarse las manos' (to wash one's hands) in Spanish, explaining its figurative meaning of avoiding responsibility.
• 🎥 The video ends with the host editing the day's footage, acknowledging the video's short length but encouraging viewers to learn from the expressions shared.

Q & A

Why couldn't the narrator buy a baguette at the beginning of the video?

The narrator couldn't buy a baguette because it was Sunday and also Easter, so all the bakeries were closed.

What feature of the Force district in Lyon does the narrator appreciate?

The narrator appreciates the luxurious and expensive nature of the Force district, as well as its beautiful scenery.

What is the advantage of staying in the Force district according to the narrator?

The advantage is its proximity to the center of Lyon, which is only a 10-minute walk away, saving the narrator money on public transportation.

What is the significance of the old tunnels in Lyon known as 'passadizos'?

The 'passadizos' are secret passages that connect buildings and streets, originally built during the Middle Ages for quick travel. They were later used by the French Resistance during World War II as escape routes to avoid German forces.

How many of the 'passadizos' are open to the public today?

Out of over 500 'passadizos' in Lyon, only 50 are open to the public today.

Why does the narrator decide to record the video later in the day?

The narrator decided to record later in the day because they woke up late, contrary to their initial plan to go out in the morning.

What does the narrator do after visiting the Basilica?

After visiting the Basilica, the narrator goes back to their student's apartment to rest, charge their phone, and give a small tour of the apartment.

What is the name of the street where the narrator goes to find a place to eat and drink?

The narrator goes to a street called 'Calle Marcial' which is very touristic with many bars and restaurants.

What does the phrase 'me gustaría lavarme las manos' mean in a non-literal sense?

In a non-literal sense, 'me gustaría lavarme las manos' means to not take responsibility for something that one should, essentially meaning to 'wash one's hands' of a matter.

What is the informal Argentine expression similar to 'no me rompas las pelotas'?

The informal Argentine expression similar to 'no me rompas las pelotas' is 'no me molestes', which means 'do not bother me'.

What does the narrator do at the end of the day in Lyon?

At the end of the day, the narrator edits the video and acknowledges that it is a bit short but hopes that viewers have learned something from it.