One of the most interesting cities in Switzerland does not dream of metropolitan glory at all, the residents of the city enjoy peace and quiet. Their plans for the weekend include walking along cozy streets and squares, going out of town, relaxing on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Walks in Geneva new and old
It is clear that the city is full of historical landmarks, architectural beauties and modern street art. The latter, undoubtedly, include a clock made of flowers, which are erected annually on the Promenade du Lac, and the equally beautiful fountain of Je-d'Eau.
The highlight of the watch is the second hand, the largest in the world, its length is 2.5 meters. The fountain is also the country's record holder - every second half a ton of water soars up from the lake to a height of almost 150 meters. The residents of Geneva can easily determine the direction of the wind in the city with its help.
Guests of Geneva are more interested in historical and architectural monuments. In the center of the city, you can see the cathedral consecrated in honor of St. Peter. Since the majority of the country's inhabitants profess Protestantism, there are a huge number of pilgrims every day, as well as just curious tourists. Not far from this religious center is the so-called Tavel House - a kind of repository of the history of Geneva.
According to the reviews of guests who have already visited Geneva, the following historical and cultural places and institutions are worthy of attention:
- a park of bastions, organized on the remains of ancient city fortifications;
- the Rath Museum, where the largest city vernissages are regularly held;
- Plenaple square with street entertainment such as amusement parks and a circus tent.
The highlight of the city is the arts center; many of its visitors do not even suspect that the complex of buildings was once used as a massacre. Today it is the location of a wide variety of shops and shops selling books and artwork, antiques, and where you can visit a comic book gallery.
The trip to the right bank of the Rhone, where organizations related to the UN and philanthropy are concentrated, may also seem interesting. The UN Palace is located in a beautiful old park, in which peacocks roam freely, and this is not their first generation. In addition to birds that amaze with the beauty of their tails, graceful movements and disgusting (indeed, disgusting) screams, the Assembly Hall located in the Palace is worthy of a visit from guests-tourists. And from the embankment, in good weather, you can see the famous Mont Blanc.
