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Grossmunster Church, Zurich, Switzerland
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Located in the heart of the Zurich Canton, modern Zurich blends old-world charm and avant-garde infrastructure. Every year, Switzerland's largest city draws thousands of visitors to its scenic splendors and beatific landscape. Breathe in the crisp Alpine air and the rich cultural heritage - though that is only the beginning! Historic museums and churches, friendly Zurchers (Zurich citizens, that is), and world-class architecture make this city one of the most frequently visited tourist destinations in Europe. The city is broadly planned into 12 Kreise (districts) arranged clockwise around the city center, making it quite simple for wandering tourists to read maps and follow directions.

Kreis 1: Altstadt

The Altstadt, Oberdorf and Niederdorf regions cover the historic core of the city. Stroll through medieval streets alongside the Limmat River and admire Marc Chagall's stained-glass windows at the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches. Kreis 1 holds a treasure trove of Asian art at the Museum Rietberg, cultural artifacts at the Swiss... more

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8 reviews of Zurich, Switzerland
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Submitted by:suzybach6
November 28, 2008
an international cityWhat I would say to potential visitors to Zurich is don't stop in Zurich and think that you have seen Switzerland. I have had many people tell me they have been to Switzerland and when I question them further they have only been to Zurich. It is a lovely city but it is an international city. If you really want to experience Switzerland you must leave Zurich and go into the countryside. Lucerne for example is much more typically Swiss. And that is only one example. If y... More
an international cityWhat I would say to potential visitors to Zurich is don't stop in Zurich and think that you have seen Switzerland. I have had many people tell me they have been to Switzerland and when I question them further they have only been to Zurich. It is a lovely city but it is an international city. If you really want to experience Switzerland you must leave Zurich and go into the countryside. Lucerne for example is much more typically Swiss. And that is only one example. If you like cities Bern is very interesting and Geneva is lovely. As far as cities go I prefer Geneva to Zurich and Lucerne to either of them.
Date of Trip to : November2008
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Fabulous 12 Hr. Layover
Submitted by:michaelbrown8452
September 24, 2008
Climbed the spires of the Grossmunster Church on the harbor.... More
Climbed the spires of the Grossmunster Church on the harbor.
Date of Trip to : April2003
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Loved Zurich!
Submitted by:NCK13
February 4, 2008
Loved Zurich! Beautiful scenery and architecture. Such an easy city to get around! Public transportation excellent and always on time. The airport in and of itself amazing! Can't wait to go back!... More
Loved Zurich! Beautiful scenery and architecture. Such an easy city to get around! Public transportation excellent and always on time. The airport in and of itself amazing! Can't wait to go back!
Date of Trip to : July2007
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