TGV 294 at Gare de Lyon, Paris

SNCF Train in Paris France
A TGV 294 high-speed train, operated by SNCF, is seen at Gare de Lyon in Paris. This historic station, one of the capital's primary gateways, was inaugurated in 1900 for the Exposition Universelle and is renowned for its distinctive iron-and-glass train shed. Gare de Lyon serves as a crucial hub for high-speed rail services connecting Paris to southeastern France, including destinations like Lyon and Marseille, as well as international routes to Switzerland. The station's architecture, characterized by its grand scale and intricate metalwork, reflects the engineering prowess of the Belle Époque era.
Photo taken in October 2017.
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