Amazing Place

Who do not know Switzerland or Swiss? Everyone must be known about Switzerland however it just a bit. 

          When someone said Switzerland people often remember about something sweet that almost all people around the world like it. What thing is that? If I say its color you will know it exactly. Yeah chocolate! Something sweet that identic about love and about romance. Switzerland is the biggest chocolate producing country in the world. Taste of chocolate from Switzerland is very delicious. Chocolate from Switzerland always became the most delicious and the best chocolate. Even the most expansive chocolate is from Switzerland. It will become one of interesting ting to visit Swiss for chocolate lovers. You can see how delicious chocolate from Switzerland.

          Beside the chocolate Switzerland also known as the greatest watch producing. Watches from Switzerland is look really beautiful, everyone might be love it. Beside beautiful quality of watches from Switzerland as good as their beauty. Luxurious watches in many country is almost watches from Switzerland, so it do not wrong if many people said that Switzerland is the greatest watch producing. So, that the second point why I choose Switzerland for my amazing place.

    
      Switzerland is a landlocked located in the Western Europe region of Europe. Switzerland borders France to the west and Italy to the south. Also Austria and Liechtenstein to the east and Germany to the north. The conveniently central location of Switzerland and neutral status has made this country the center of banking for Western Europe. With many international corporations headquartered in Switzerland for tax reasons. Switzerland has become a preferred meeting place for conventions and international conferences. 

          Geneva (one of city in Switzerland) is become home of the United Nation and other organization like International Labour Organization (BIT), International Committee of the Red Cross, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), World Meteorological Organization, World Trade Organization, International Telecommunication Union, World Alliance of Young Men's Christian Association. 

          Geneva is one of the tourist destination city in Switzerland and one of the greenest cities in Europe with more than 20 parks in the city center offering countless opportunities for rest and relaxation. Many people are resting, relaxing, eating, playing or just chilling outside on the grass in a parks, especially in summer.

          Geneva ’s world famous lakefront is the centerpiece of the city and offers endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation throughout the year. The Jet d’Eau spouting 140 meters into the air is the world’s tallest and symbolizes Geneva’s heritage as a leader in the field of hydraulic power. The Promenades along the left and right banks of the lake are filled with cafés, parks, street markets and other diversions from lake cruises to amusement rides to water skiing. The Bains des Paquis on the western shore has been a crowd favorite since its opening in 1932 and continues to draw visitors and locals alike who flock to its saunas and unique bathing areas to see and be seen along this sunny concrete jetty. Dominating the eastern bank, the giant Flower Clock in the English Garden is a tribute to Geneva’s watch industry, harmonizing Swiss ingenuity with the floral bounties of nature. The dial is composed of some 6,500 flowers and is updated with new arrangements several times per year.

Geneva ’s ancient Old Town is a maze of sloping cobblestone streets and alleyways filled with cafes, boutiques and historical landmarks at every turn. A former Roman marketplace, the Bourg-de-Four is the oldest public square in Geneva and remains a hub of activity surrounded by bistros, terraces, bars and other popular meeting spots. The 15th century Hotel De Ville located along Rue de l’Hotel-de-Ville still serves as the seat of government in Geneva and is the site of many political milestones including the first convening of the Geneva Convention in 1864 and the founding of the League of Nations in 1920. Across the street, the Old Arsenal is a former battery, now home to a 1949 mosaic by Alexandre Cingria depicting Caesar’s arrival in the city 58 BC. Finally, The Treille Promenade on the south side of the Old Town was once an artillery post and today offers beautiful views of the city from atop the towns last remaining rampart wall.

 

 Saint Peter's Cathedral

Towering over the Old Town in the heart of the city, Saint Peter’s Cathedral is Geneva’s oldest and most impressive architectural treasure. The Cathedral was began in 1160 and took over 400 years to complete, suffering numerous makeovers and fires throughout the years. The north tower offers incredible panoramic views of the city, while the basement houses an Archaeological Museum chronicling the excavation of artifacts found beneath the Cathedral, some dating back as far as 350 AD.

 Rousseau Island

This romantic island named for the Genevan philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who spent part of his life in Geneva. His statue is dominating the island. His statue is dominating the island. Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a bastion of serenity amidst the turbulent waters of Le Rhone River. The island contains a bird sanctuary and a restaurant with stunning views of the surrounding cityscape.  Rousseau is a small park and island in the middle of the Rhone River, in the very center of Geneva, connected by the bridge Pont des Bergues to both river banks.

Reformation Wall

Located in beautiful Bastions Park, this monument commemorates the major events and figures of the Protestant Reformation. Larger than life statues of Guillaume Farel, Jean Calvin, Théodore de Bèze and John Knox dominate the central part of the 100 meter wall, eternally guarding over their “City of Refuge.”

 Schtrumpfs Building

Location in 23-29 Rue Louis-Favre. Named after the French word for the “Smurfs,” the Schtrumpfs is a modern architectural landmark located in the funky Les Grottes neighborhood behind the train station. The apartment complex was designed by three architects determined to create the most unconventional building possible. The result is a Gaudi-esque amalgamation of colors and styles that has to be seen to be believed.