Three hundred thousand visitors were expected for the 17th World Convention of Rose Societies. There was floral art, paintings, gardening workshops, a fashion show about roses, information stands of French rose growers, and exhibitions all over the city. The fragrance that wafted about on the breezes was intoxicating, and the colors were unbelievable. These are photos of just a few of the venues and a lot of the flowers from around Lyon. Of course Lyon is filled with flowers everywhere even if there is no Rose Festival, but this was a special event.
Lem Howard
13 Jun 2015I can’t imagine actually being there surrounded by so much natural beauty. Truly breathtaking. Almost overwhelming.
Linda
13 Jun 2015Beautiful and awesome.
Alice Mathias
13 Jun 2015Beautiful!
Diane
13 Jun 2015I’m so jealous!!! Thanks for sharing. I closed my eyes and imagined the fragrance…indeed intoxicating.
Shirley Evans
13 Jun 2015Ahh- the memories. Was so great to see the flowers.