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History of Geneva: A Kaleidoscope of Colors
This small city by our standards, the capital of the Canton of Geneva, has a population of only 200,000, but an unusually interesting fate. An original blend of past and present, a diversity of architectural styles – the result of evolution from an ancient Celtic settlement to a center of world politics, which Geneva is now considered. Aware of the significance of the city's history, the authorities create maximum convenience for tourists – from well-designed infrastructure to free travel passes for visitors, issued at airports and hotels.
The history of Geneva includes not only the Celtic period, but also early Christianity (4th century), years of Roman domination and Napoleonic rule. Interestingly, hospitality and attention to immigrants and refugees were characteristic of the city as early as the 16th century, when it became the center of the Reformation. And today, numerous headquarters of international organizations are located here, and among the residents there are representatives of almost all countries of the world.
Sights and Brands
In the Rhone River, which divides Geneva in half, a powerful fountain Jet d'Eau is installed, sending water jets 147 meters high. Any guidebook to Geneva will call it the main attraction of the place.
The historic part of the city is famous for the Protestant Cathedral of St. Peter, as significant for Christians as the same-named Catholic one in Rome, the Gothic town hall, the Reformation Wall. Many charming streets seem made for walks. By the way, nearby is the elite Champel, a residential district, as well as a Russian Orthodox church.
In the modern part of the city, it is worth visiting the Petit Palais museum, the International Motor Show, the Red Cross Museum, 'Clarté' (the glass house) by Le Corbusier. A guide to Geneva or a smiling guide will not fail to mention that the Large Hadron Collider is located near the city. And the city itself is inextricably linked with the names of C. Chaplin, Le Corbusier, J.-J. Rousseau, F. Lefort, J. L. Borges, J. Calvin, N. Karamzin, and many other historical and legendary figures. Truly, the history of Geneva and the city itself are simply unique!
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