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Of the church spires that characterise Zurich's skyline, the
thin blue spire of Fraumünster is the most graceful. Overlooking
the historic old square of Münsterhof, the former pig market,...
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A fascinating exploration of Swiss national history, the Swiss
National Museum has an impressive and varied collection of ancient
artefacts, providing visitors with a richer understanding of...
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An excellent day trip from Zurich and close to the town of
Schaffhausen, the Rhine Falls (Rheinfall) is the largest and most
powerful waterfall in Europe, impressive not so much for its height
of...
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Devoted for the most part to 19th and 20th century artwork, the
Kunsthaus Zurich (Zurich Fine Arts Museum) is a cultural drawcard
for any art lover. Holding one of the largest collections of...
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Trains, buses, trams and bikes are common ways of getting around
Zurich. To get above the bustling streets and cobbled walkways, hop
onto either the Polybahn or Rigiblick Funicular for panoramic...
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Known for sophisticated designs such as the internationally
recognised symbol of the Red Cross, it is no wonder that
Switzerland has a museum dedicated solely to design. With three
separate...
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Situated in the old town, across from central station, the
narrow lanes of Niederdorf wind through towering 14th century
buildings revealing small plazas where restaurants spill onto
cobbled...
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The final work of the renowned Swiss architect who pioneered
modernism and laid the foundation for Bauhaus, the Centre Le
Corbusier in Zurichhorn Park is the epitome of modern design....
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Unlike the dubious reputation of zoos worldwide, the Zurich Zoo
is refreshingly dedicated to nature conservation, maintaining
ecosystems and protecting animal species, with many projects...
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The Alps contain some of Switzerland's most dramatic landscapes,
in a country already well endowed with spectacular scenery and
fabulous alpine vistas. Situated at the heart of the...
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