Category: Architectural attractions and landmarks
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Historical Landmarks
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Monuments and Sculptures
Discover famous monuments and stunning sculptures from around Switzerland. Explore travel guides, historical insights, and tips for visiting iconic landmarks and artistic masterpieces.
Old Towns
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Public Spaces
Discover Switzerland’s best public spaces, from parks and plazas to gardens and waterfronts. Find guides, tips, and must-visit spots for relaxation, recreation, and local culture.
Religious Landmarks
Religious landmarks: churches, mosques, sinagogues, temples in general and similar.
Bundesplatz Bern (Parliament Square) was a depressing, automobile-filled parking area until 2003. The arrival of the vibrant vegetable, fruit, and flower market on Tuesdays and Saturdays, however, helped lift spirits (still held twice weekly). Between 2003 and 2004, the area underwent extensive renovations, clearing the way for a clear view…
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The Swiss Parliament is located in the Parliament Building in Bern, which is considered the "heart" of Swiss democracy. Under its impressive dome, parliament sessions take place, and federal government and administrative offices are located in the west and east wings, respectively, in Switzerland. Bundesplatz, often known as Parliament Square,…
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Bern Townhall (Rathaus Bern) houses the Grand Council of Bern, the Executive Council of Bern, and the Grand Council of the City of Bern. If the Bernese flag is flying over the city hall, that implies the politicians are holding a meeting inside. The "little brother of the federal building"…
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The Swiss National Museum in Zurich is one of the most important museum institutions in the world's cultural history. The institution was born out of the desire to create a national museum that would be the pride of Switzerland's young federal state. Quick facts Name: Swiss National Museum Location: Zürich,…
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Mittlere Brucke – the bridge initially served local traffic, but by the 14th century, when the path across the Gotthard Pass became international, it had become a major Rhine crossing for long-distance trade.
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Basel Minster (Basler Münster), also known as Basel Cathedral is one of the city's major tourist attractions and is a source of pride for the locals. When you walk the streets of Basel's Old town, the soaring, gothic cathedral highlights all of the pastel tiles on the rooftops, with the…
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