Zurich is one of the most vibrant and memorable cities in Switzerland
Its convenient location (just 30 km from the Alps), extraordinarily beautiful nature and historical sights of Zurich attract a large number of tourists. There are a variety of places for recreation and entertainment, beautiful parks, shopping centers and open-air markets. Travelers are drawn to the old cobblestone streets, numerous museums, galleries, cultural centers and modern nightclubs.
The symbol of Zurich is the town hall, built in the 17th century. Many years ago, the Zurich authorities sat in this building, and today the Cantonal Council meets here. History lovers will surely enjoy an excursion to the ancient Grossmünster Cathedral. Construction of the cathedral began in 1090 and was only completed in the 14th century. The cathedral's architecture combines two styles – Gothic and Romanesque, and the cathedral choir is famous for the extraordinary beauty of its stained glass windows, created by the renowned sculptor Augusto Giacometti. The oldest parts of the Grossmünster Cathedral date back to the 11th-12th centuries.
Among the city's historical landmarks is St. Peter's Church, built in the 13th century. On the highest church tower are the famous clock with the largest dial not only in Switzerland but in all of Europe. It reaches 9 meters in diameter, and the minute hand is 4 meters long. A visit to the Swiss National Museum will also be very interesting. Tourists have the opportunity to fully familiarize themselves with the history and culture of the Swiss people. The collections presented in the museum contain works from various time periods.
One of the interesting places in Zurich is the Museum of Fine Arts, which holds collections of artists from the 19th-20th centuries, although there are also works from ancient times. The most luxurious street in the city is Bahnhofstrasse. Here there are a huge number of jewelry stores and the world-famous café Lindt & Sprüngli, where visitors are offered to taste confectionery made according to ancient recipes.
Tourists are also offered comfortable hotels in Zurich, combining Swiss elegance and European level of service. So it's just a matter of choosing a time and finally organizing a trip to this alpine pearl of Switzerland.