Lucerne Switzerland Travel Guide
A travel guide for visiting Lucerne in Switzerland. 9 of the best things to do in Lucerne including: Lucerne Railway Station, Lucerne Lion Monument, Glacier Garden, Bourbaki Panorama, Chapel Bridge, Lucernes Old Town, City Walls & Clock Tower, Stadkeller Restaurant, Mt. Pilatus Day Trip.
Lucerne has a very impressive main train station. It's been rebuilt, the facade of the old one is still here. But you'll find the train station will be your most convenient way to get in and out of Lucerne. There are tons of shops in it, and also the jumping off point for most buses that take you around the city. And the ferries that'll take you on the Golden Round Trip. And, as you can see by the departure sign, they have a lot of departures out of the station. The basement level of the train station is also home to one of Lucerne's latest open supermarkets. This Coop is open 'til 10pm everyday. It's also a great place to get chocolate, at Laderach. And cheap eats, if all those expensive places in the city have got you wallet broke, check out the Currywurst right here. Next to the train station, in this big, black, modern-looking building, that almost looks like a UFO landed, is Lucerne's Concert Hall and Art Museum. If you're a Star Trek fan, this building might remind you of the Borg cube, kinda looks like to me.
The biggest attraction in Lucerne, one 'cause it's big, and two 'cause this is where everybody comes, is the Lion Monument. This is a monument depicting the Swiss troops who died in 1792, in the French Revolution. It is a pretty sad lion, he's been impaled by a spear, and he's covering a shield over there, that depicts the French Monarchy. While it may not be the best attraction in Lucerne, 'cause it's certainly not the happiest, it is one that you have to come and see because everybody comes to see the sad lion. If you've watched any other of my Switzerland videos, you'll know I talk a lot about the fountains, and this city is no exception. In Lucerne, they have over 200 public fountains with running water from the mountains, tastes just like cold, refreshing Evian water. If you're thirsty, just come up to one of these fountains and you can use it, get some water, or maybe even wash your hands.
Just above the Lion Monument is the Glacier Garden. It's a natural rock formation that happened when glaciers moved over this part of Lucerne, many, many years ago. One of the interesting things that happens when glaciers go, you can see the scrape marks, but behind me there's also these potholes. There's a little one back here but there's a big one back there that's like nine meters deep. It's caused by the force of the water underneath the glacier. There's also a Glacier Museum, and a House of Mirrors. Admission's a little steep, but if you have the Swiss travel pass admission's free. The Hall of Mirrors, I'll say is very cool, because in this room it has the Alhambra Fountain in it. How many of me can you count? And no, this is not a special effect, this is really what this room looks like.
After you visit the Lion Monument, if you want some culture in the form of a big painting, you can visit the Bourbaki Panorama. It's in this nondescript building here, it is a 10 meter high, by 112 meter wrap around panoramic painting that is of the French internment, where the French army was interned in Switzerland back in 1891. It's very interesting, if you have the Swiss pass it's free, if not it's a small admission fee, just note that there's no air conditioning, so if it's hot then it's quite a heat wave inside.
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CONTEMPORARY ART INTERNATIONAL ZURICH is one of the important and well established art events in Switzerland: modern and young art is relaxed exhibited ... new discoveries included!
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National Museum Zurich - The Interactive Books of the Exhibition 'Ideas of Switzerland'
With the exhibition 'Ideas of Switzerland', the National Museum Zurich presents stories that over the centuries have contributed to the cohesion of the Swiss Confederation. Visitors can explore how these writings are still shaping the idea of Switzerland today by leafing through four interactive books created by iart.
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Lucerne, Switzerland. A Tourist’s Travel Guide featuring all the most important sights.
Many tourists visit Lucerne each year. Switzerland has four official languages, so it ought to be no surprise that you can spell “Luzern” the German way, or the French way with a soft ‘c’: “Lucerne”.
Lucerne has a perfect situation on the lake where the River Reuss flows out, with Swiss Alps Mount Rigi and Mount Pilatus in the background.
The walled Old Town grew up on both sides of the river, with the enchanting Chapel Bridge, a wooden, roofed pedestrian bridge, linking the two banks. There are two other footbridges, one wooden and covered in, and the other modern, which allow pedestrians easy access to restaurants and bars on both banks of the river. In summer people head for the lake shore at lunchtime or after work, to cool off in the clear water or find shade under a beach umbrella: it can be hot in the city and many visitors will take a ride on a paddle steamer.
The Rosengart Collection, near the railway station, shows works by Picasso, Klee and other modern artists. The Culture and Convention Centre (KKL) is on the shore of Lake Luzern and was designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. It is used for 500 conferences and meetings in the fields of business, culture, science and education each year. The Bourbaki Panorama is a circular painting completed in 1881 by the painter Edouard Castres. It tells the story of the internment of French soldiers who had fled to Switzerland in 1871. The tradition of panorama painting is based on illusion, and panorama as an art form is considered the forerunner of cinema. The Weinmarkt is where wine and fish were traded, but more specifically it was where, in 1332, the Luzern people took an oath of allegiance to the Swiss Federation. Today, don’t miss the beautiful fountains in Weinmarkt and Kapellplatz.
The Musseg wall is part of the 14th century defences of Luzern: you can walk along it and go inside four of its nine towers.
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You're going to find that your visit to Lucerne is one of the most rewarding aspects of any trip to Europe. It’s one of the world’s most charming towns in on a picturesque lake surrounded by majestic mountains they truly have it all -- famous for its well-preserved Old Town consisting of many blocks of medieval buildings richly decorated with painted murals showing village life and hunting scenes from the olden days making this like outdoor art gallery in all of this is set on a beautiful waterfront along the shores of Lake Lucerne and the River Reuss.
MAI 36 GALERIE - An introduction...
Mai 36 Galerie was founded in 1987 by Victor Gisler in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Today, the gallery is located in Zurich, which is a hub of international art. The gallery provides a platform for three generations of established and emerging contemporary artists.
The focus of our gallery program is rooted in some of the fundamental issues surrounding western contemporary art production as a legacy of the Pop-, Minimal- and Conceptual Art movements.
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I went along to the opening of the new fine arts museum in Chur. This is my own personal choice of some of the works that I liked the best or the ones that struck me the most on this first visit.
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Sono andato all'apertura del nuovo museo d'arte di Coira. Questa è la mia scelta personale di alcune opere che mi hanno meglio piaciuto o che mi hanno colpito di piú in questa prima visita.
Zurich One Day Tour in Winter
Zurich One Day Tour in Winter
Zürich is the international metropolis of Switzerland, where culture, nature, business, and fun combine. With the most important highlights ranging from historical spots and natural escapes to food and shopping havens, this one-day guide will help you make the most out of your short but worthwhile stay in this vibrant and culturally rich city.
As a «metropolis of experiences» by the water, with a magnificent view of the snowcapped Alps on the horizon, Zurich offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries, international fashion labels and Zurich designs, and the most flamboyant and lively nightlife in Switzerland. Recreational activities range from a visit to the riverside and lakeside bathing areas in the very heart of the city, to a spectacular hike on the Uetliberg mountain.
Also for lovers of art Zurich has a lot to offer. The city alone is home to over 50 museums, some 14 of which are devoted to art. The museum of fine arts, the Kunsthaus Zürich, boasts a significant collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs and videos. In addition, it has an extensive collection of works by Alberto Giacometti. Another highlight is the Rietberg Museum, one of the leading centers of non-European art in the world. Just a stone's throw from Zurich's main station, the Swiss National Museum – housed in an over 100 year old building reminiscent of a fairytale castle – contains the country's most comprehensive collection of exhibits relating to Swiss cultural history. Zurich's museums and galleries aren't the only places to enjoy art: visitors can also admire Giacometti's entrance hall in the main police station, the choir windows by Marc Chagall in Fraumünster abbey, or Jean Tinguely's open-air Heureka by Lake Zurich.
The lively tradition of merchant guilds in Zurich is dating back to the Middle Ages. Equally impressive are their fine guild houses and guildhalls – such as the Zunfthaus zur Waag, open since at least 1303. Like the Grossmünster church, the Lindenhof square and the Öpfelchammer restaurant in the Niederdorf, these venues are now among the city’s cherished emblems.
Zürich is home to one of Switzerland’s most vibrant market scenes, selling everything from vintage clothing to fresh fruits and vegetables and antiques. Here’s our guide to some of Zürich’s best markets, whether you’re an early bird looking to strike a bargain or just want to stroll around the aisles.
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There are many markets in Zurich - from fruit and vegetable markets with farmers selling their own fresh produce to flea markets with all sorts of stuff.
Fruit & Veg Market Rathausbrücke
Small market that takes place every Saturday morning. On offer: fruit and vegetables, flowers and plants, bread from the Swiss canton of Appenzell, specialities from the German region Bavaria and more.
Zurich's Medieval houses, contorted, narrow lanes and guild and town halls from the Renaissance period offer an attractive backdrop for world-class entertainment. A tour of the Old Town lets visitors experience Zurich's multifaceted past. The backdrop turns into a living history of characteristic buildings and the people that lived and acted out their lives in them.
The double towers of the Grossmünster (Great Minster) are Zurich's landmark. According to legend, Charlemagne built the towers at the location where the graves of the city saints Felix and Regula were discovered. Further sights worth seeing include the Peterskirche (Peter's Church), which has Europe's largest clockface, and the Fraumünster (Minster of Our Lady), which is known for its stained glass windows by Giacometti and Chagall.
The historic heart of Zurich, the Altstadt, or Old Town, remains the most atmospheric part of the city, with its striking 19th century buildings and winding cobblestone lanes hosting an array of modern cafes, shops and galleries. For visitors to the city, the Old Town makes the ideal starting point for a sightseeing tour of Zurich, sprawling along both sides of the River Limmat and home to many of the city’s principal tourist attractions.
Zurich's two landmark cathedrals—the medieval Fraumuenster (Church of Our Lady) and the Gothic style Grossmuenster—make navigating the Old Town easy, perched on opposite sides of the river and linked by the monumental Munster bridge. From here it’s an easy stroll to the charming Niederdorf district, crammed with quirky boutiques and hip coffee shops.
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Zurich’s Rietberg Museum has a renowned collection of non-European art. An exhibition called guest appearances has brought contemporary Swiss artists together with other cultures.
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Travel Photography in Gruyeres, Switzerland
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After spending a week or two getting caught up on work here in Switzerland, I finally went out to do some shooting and exploring. And well my trip to Gruyeres was less about travel photography and more about just getting out and exploring a bit, I did manage to take a couple photos while I was at it.
Gruyeres is an interesting town. In many ways, it's very much like most other Swiss Medieval towns. But then, it's got this artsy under-current which, I believe, has a lot to do with the presence of H.R. Giger and the H.R. GIger museum and his famous Alien Bar. The result is this really cool contrast. On the outside, you've got your castles, cobblestone, and old town squares. Then, on the inside, you've got alien art, the crazy alien bar, and lots of modern art.
Anyways, the trip to Gruyeres was great. I also got some fondue in me and explored a cheese factory. And, after 8 months in Asia relatively cheese-free, that was a welcome sight.
Hans Erni: A collection of 50 works (HD)
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Hans Erni: A collection of 50 works (HD)
Description: Hans Erni, a Swiss painter, designer and sculptor whose career spans seven decades, was born in Lucerne, Switzerland on February 21, 1909. Erni attended the School of Arts and Crafts between 1927 and 1928. He spent the next few years traveling throughout Europe, staying briefly in Berlin before arriving in Paris, where he met Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973) and Geoge Braque (French, 1882–1963), both of whom greatly influenced his work. Upon returning to Switzerland, Erni co-founded Allianz, a group of Swiss-based abstract artists.
Though his work encompasses a broad range of styles, Erni is best known for his postage stamp illustrations, lithographs for the Swiss Red Cross, and participation on the Olympic Committee. Today, his work is mainly housed in The Hans Erni Museum, located on the grounds of the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne. Erni did the art for Swiss bank notes, in the 1940s but, after the notes were already printed they were never published, because a member of the State Council of Lucerne criticized that Erni was deemed as a communist. However, Erni was never member of any political party. In 2004, he was awarded the honorary citizenship of the city of Lucerne.
Hans Erni died in Lucerne, Switzerland on March 21, 2015 at the remarkable age of 106 years.
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Switzerland’s Most Jaw-dropping Castle Hotels
Switzerland’s Most Beautiful and Jaw-dropping Castle Hotels
Switzerland’s History as a Wealthy Nation Has Resulted in More Than Its Fair Share of Castles, Palaces, and Fortresses—some Real, Some of the Hotel Variety, but All Magnificent. At the Castlelike Five-star Retreats Dotted Throughout the Country, Guests Can Enjoy Every Luxury Amenity Imaginable in Superb Settings Allowing Swiss Precision and Service to Shine, the Pristine Alpine Nation is Full of Fairy-tale-reminiscent Destinations, Here is 5 of the Country's Most Over-the-top Castle Hotels.
Gstaad Palace
A Fairy-tale-like Property in the Alps, the 115-year-old Gstaad Palace Was Built in the Swiss Chalet Style Architecture on a Hill Overlooking the Town of Gstaad. With It's Amazing Historic Architecture, You Couldn’t Build a Hotel Like This in Gstaad Today, Given the Strict Architectural Code That Dictates a Chalet Style, the Gstaad Palace Effortlessly Combines Old World Sophistication and Glamour With Modern Convenience and Comfort Boasting Breathtaking Views of the Swiss Alps
The Dolder Grand
Towering Above Lake Zürich, Celebrating Its 120th Anniversary in 2019, Since Its Opening in 1899, the “dolder Grand Hotel & Curhaus” Soon Become the Destination for Relaxation and Rejuvenation, Although the Resort Looks Like a Centuries-old Castle, the Property is Fully Renovated and Also Offers Two Modernized, Tech-forward Wings, With Sporting Options Ranging From Golf and Tennis to Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, and Curling on the Property’s Own Rink.
Badrutt’s Palace
Opulence Reigns at Badrutt’s Palace, a Neo-gothic-style Architecture Castle Overlooking Lake Saint Moritz in the Engadin Valley.
The Badrutt’s Palace is a Legendary Hotel Built at the Very Beginning of International Tourism in the Alps, With It's Extravagant Décor and Fantastic Architecture It is the Defining Landmark in Saint Moritz and Host to Many of Its Most Iconic Events and Visitors, Don’t Expect Low-key Here, This is the Type of Place Where Guests Wear Their Best Furs and Stroll Through Le Grand Hall Dripping in Jewels.
Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina
The Grand Hotel Kronenhof, a High End Luxury Hotel, the Neo-baroque Style Building is One of the Most Architectonically Important 19th Century Hotels in the Alps, Dating From 1848, the Hotel’s Status as Registered Landmark is Evident in Many Neo-baroque Details, Historic Architecture, Modern Light-flooded Rooms and Suites, One of the Best Spas in the World and the Prime Location in the Heart of the Swiss Alps - This Unique Mix Exuding of the Magic of a Bygone Era.
Beau-rivage Palace Lausanne
The Beau-rivage Palace Lausanne Has Been an Iconic Stay on the Sparkling Shores of Lake Geneva Since 1861, the Main Building Was Constructed in Art Nouveau and Neo-baroque Style Architecture in 1908. It is Registered in the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property of National and Regional Significance.
A Legacy of the Generous Architecture of the Late 19th Century, the Suites at the Beau-rivage Palace Are Notable for Their Spaciousness, Each One Has a Unique Colour Scheme and Its Own Particular Ambience.
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Switzerland, the Complete Tour
In Switzerland you will find historic towns, raging rivers, snowcapped mountains, scenic lakes, and you can easily get you all around this lovely country with efficient travels on the excellent Swiss train network.
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You'll see the very best of Switzerland in this practical travel guide, filled with some of Europe's most beautiful scenery, including wild majestic landscapes and charming historic cities, balancing urban adventures with natural wonders.
This tour could easily be done in two weeks or stretch it out to a more leisurely three weeks, with a carefully-planned itinerary, as we show in this video guide, presenting the best of Switzerland.
We’ll focus on the magnificent Alps mountains, covered in glaciers, easily reached by cable car and mountain trains, offering breathtaking vistas in all directions, especially three main groups of mountains in the region of Titlis, the Jungfrau and Matterhorn. You'll be immersed in that natural beauty, with a chance to do some walking on easy mountain trails and time for fun in town.
Coming up you'll see the great cities including Lucerne, Interlaken with Jungfrau and Shilthorn, Bern, Zermatt, Locarno, Lugano and Zurich. You'll learn how to navigate their pedestrian lanes while finding historic monuments, little shops, good restaurants and hotels.
Switzerland is a land of many scenic lakes, so we will enjoy numerous boat rides that give you a different perspective and provide a relaxing, useful way to reach picturesque waterfront villages.
Neuchâtel Switzerland - Top Things to See and Do | 90+ Countries with 3 Kids
The region of Jura & Three-Lakes in Switzerland is famous for its great variety of landscapes, its intact and well-protected nature and its history and rich architectural heritage, which is often related to the watch-making industry.
How can one best describe the area? It makes you think of nature, vegetable plantations, vineyards, modern towns, picturesque villages, a mixture of the German and French languages and beautiful lakes.
Snuggled up against the foothills of the Jura Mountains, the city of Neuchâtel is a great base to stay and explore the area. It's situated on the northern shore of the lake of the same name, Lac Neuchâtel, and is full of Gothic churches, castles, beautiful architecture and colorful neighborhoods.
Join us to discover the top things to see and do in the area, including where to stay, dine and partake in fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.
In this video, we went on a Belle Epoque treasure hunt throughout the city, visited museums and the BirdLife nature reserve. We cycled along the lake and went for a swim at Hauterive, took a funicular to the top of Mount Chaumont for an amazing view and then zip-lined through the trees at the Chaumont Adventure Park.
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Zurich, Switzerland part 2: Bahnhofstrasse, trams, museums, Zug
Continuing our in-depth look at Zürich, Switzerland focusing on the modern side of the city showing you the great boulevard, the Bahnhofstrasse lined with thriving, modern retail frontage from end to end, and some of Zürich's other shopping lanes.
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We will go out on a lake boat ride, take you on an excursion to a nearby town, visit the main museums, and generally show you around.
Bahnhofstrasse is the pride of modern Zurich, and counts as the one and only Boulevard of the city. It is famous for being one of the most exclusive and expensive shopping streets in the world. Here you can get anything from diamond rings to chocolate to fur coats. About 140 stores are located along it. A study In 2011 named the Bahnhofstrasse the most expensive commercial rent for retail property in Europe. We'll take you up and down the full length of Bahnhofstrasse on foot and in the tram.
By the way the reason that we can present such a long and comprehensive program about Zürich is that it was filmed during 10 visits to Zürich in recent years.
Zürich’s Hauptbahnhof is the busiest train station in the world as measured by total number of daily trains, but the Hauptbahnhof is more than just a train station – it's like a small town in itself. There are many restaurants and bars and cafes and the lower level has got a vast shopping mall, and it is really popular because these stores are open at night and on Sundays when many of these stores in the city are closed. You'll find a whole variety of shops available here, not just travel items, luggage stores, but clothing stores and sundries, there is the sandwich shops, there is the stationary places, all kinds of ways to spend your money. If you're here towards the end of September you might get lucky and run into the Oktoberfest celebration. These are Swiss, they also like their beer and their lederhosen and their sausages, very similar to Munich in southern Germany in Bavaria. It's Oktoberfest time with some great Swiss beer, there's some music in the air, and a lot of fun. Everybody is very friendly here and the whole station turns into one big party scene.
There are nearly 300 hotels in Zürich so you have a wide range of choice from the cheapest hostel up to a five-star deluxe hotel like the hotels Savoy Bauer en Ville. It's right on Paradeplatz and Bahnhofstrasse – a very refined and expensive place to stay, with prices generally above €500. Perhaps four-star luxury is more suitable for you and definitely less expensive. We enjoyed the St. Gotthard Hotel. It's right on the Bahnhofstrasse just one block from the train station, making access about the best in town.
For visitors who have any interest whatsoever in art, it's worth walking a few blocks to the south edge of the old town to visit Zürich's art museum, the Kunsthaus Zürich.
Behind the train station the country's largest museum occupies a huge neo-Gothic castle built a century ago and houses a grand display of Swiss history illustrating the full length of human culture from the Stone Age up through the 1940s.
We have a complete series of travel videos about Switzerland with spectacular coverage of many highlights of this beautiful country. We’ve got snow-covered mountain scenes and train rides across the lush, green landscape. We’ve got detailed city visits to Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, Lugano and Locarno, featuring hikes on mountain trails, boat rides and many travel tips showing how to get the most out of a visit to Switzerland. Look for these videos in our travel series.
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Swiss in Art longer
Title: Joyce the Pluralist (Paris)
Description: This is an original watercolour painting measuring 59 x 72.5 cm framed (Image size 32.5 x 46 cm).
This painting, in the style popularized by Andy Warhol, is based on a photograph of James Joyce (1882-1941) in Paris in 1920 at the door of the famous bookshop, Shakespeare and Company on the Rue d´Odeon, owned by Joyce's friend, the American, Sylvia Beach. She was a patron and the first publisher of Ulysses. At this time, while supposedly constantly short of funds, Joyce had started to dress in a dandified fashion.
This painting is based on that photograph. ©rogercummiskey
The painting was produced during 2011 and exhibited in Helsinki, December 2011.
Price €1,200.00.
Bio: Roger is a Dublin Watercolourist, living between Ireland and southern Spain.
He has developed a unique individual style and specializes in paintings that take their themes and titles from the wanderings and writings of James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Miguel de Cervantes and other Literary and Historical personalities. He is a recognised Joycean artist.
Roger´s paintings have been exhibited in Australia, China, Canada, Finland, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, UK, USA, and in many national and private shows in Ireland and Spain.
His paintings have represented Ireland at the Florence Biennale and also at International Art Exhibitions in London, Stockholm and New York.
He is a member of AEPE, the Spanish association for painters and sculptors and VAI, the Irish professional visual artists association and is a founder member and former President of the AIA -- Andalusian International Artists Association in Spain. Artistes Internaciónales en España.
Donation of artwork to Lugano Arte Association in Switzerland.
The ArtWork will be exposed at Swiss in Art, at the Exhibition Centre of Lugano. 22nd -- 25th November, and will remain in the collection of the Lugano Arte Association.
Swiss in Art is an art gallery inside the bigger Swiss international exhibition of quality crafts Magia Artegiana 2012. Swiss in Art in collaboration with Lugano Arte are the organizers of this event.
Thursday November 22 from 15.30 to 22.30
Friday November 23 from 15.30 to 22.30
Saturday November 24 from 10.30 to 22.30
Sunday November 25 from 10.30 to 20.00
Then Lugano Arte Association will exhibit this image during events, exhibitions and promotional activities especially in Lugano, but also in all the Italian spoken areas of Switzerland. Lugano is close to the Italian border.
Promax Eventi, is an event management company.
There are in total around 125 exhibitors, of which circa 50 painters from Switzerland, Italy, Sweden, Portugal, USA, Pakistan, Great Britain, Canada and from Spain.
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The city of Zurich, a global center for banking and finance, lies at the north end of Lake Zurich in northern Switzerland. The picturesque lanes of the central Altstadt (Old Town), on either side of the Limmat River, reflect its pre-medieval history. Waterfront promenades like the Limmatquai follow the river toward the 17th-century Rathaus (town hall).
Augustinergasse is a colorful old-world street, known for the carved windows of former merchants’ houses. Shopping boulevard Bahnhofsstrasse is lined with high-end fashion stores and banks. Niederdorf is a popular nightlife area. The 9th-century Fraumünster church houses Marc Chagall's 1970s stained-glass windows, and the Grossmünster’s tower has views of the city, lake and Alps. The Landesmuseum traces Swiss culture over thousands of years. Cabaret Voltaire, a cafe/bar that's still in operation, was the 1916 birthplace of the Dada art movement. Work by modern artists like Alberto Giacometti is on display at the Kunsthaus museum.
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