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Points of interest 1 Archaeological Site*
2 ARENA
3 Baby Beach
4 Basilica of Notre-Dame
5 Btiment des Forces Motrices (BFM)
6 Broken Chair and Place des Nations
7 Brunswick Monument
8 Calvin Auditory*
9 College Calvin
10 De Chteaubriand Landing Stage
11 Eaux-Vives Landing Stage
12 English Garden Landing Stage
13 Fusterie Church
14 Geneva Coach Station
15 Geneva Cornavin CFF Train Station
16 Geneva University
17 Genve Aroport and CFF Train Station
18 Ile Tower and Bridge
19 International Conference Center Geneva (CICG)
20 Le Corbusier Building: La Clart
21 Madeleine Church
22 Mairie des Eaux-Vives
23 Maison Tavel
24 Molard Landing Stage
25 Molard Tower
26 Mont Blanc Landing Stage
27 Muse Ariana, Swiss Museum for Ceramics and Glass
28 Muse dArt et dHistoire
29 Muse Rath
30 National Monument
31 Natural History Museum of the City of Geneva
32 Offi ce of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) - Palais Wilson
33 Old Arsenal and canons*
34 Opera House - Grand Thtre
35 Palexpo
36 Pquis Baths (Bains des Pquis)
37 Pquis Landing Stage
38 Place du Bourg-de-Four
39 Plaine de Plainpalais
40 Plainpalais Cemetery
41 Port Noir Landing Stage
42 Rousseau Island
43 Russian Orthodox Church
44 Saint Germain Church*
45 Saint Gervais Church
46 Sainte Trinit Church
47 The Sissi Statue
48 The Smurfs Building
49 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
50 Town Hall
51 Victoria Hall
52 World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO)
53 World Meteorological Organisation (OMM)
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...Enjoy it LIKE A BOLLYWOOD MOVIE!
A Geneva is all the more beautiful seen from the lake
B Across the city in achoo-choo train!
C The Cit du Temps and the Rue du Rhne - The Watch Paradise!
F The origins of the World Wide Web
D Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in the Capital of Peace
E Reach the peak ofyour stay by climbing the roof of Europe
G Incredible indian Haute Cuisine in Geneva
H Enjoy local products from Geneva in aMediterranean setting
Genevas Top Genevas Top 101 The Jet dEau,
Genevas landmark
2 The Old Town and its treasures
3 The birthplace of fi ne watchmaking: from the Flower Clock to the watchmakers shops
4 The Reformation Wall amonumental homage
5 The Palais des Nations, symbol of Geneva, capital of peace
6 CERN, the world's accelerator of science
7 Genevas extraordinary destiny explained by fourmuseums unique in the world (one museum out of map)
8 Carouge and its bohemian atmosphere
9 Acertain art de vivre in the Bains district
10 Agetaway to Mont-Salve
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...Enjoy it LIKE A BOLLYWOOD MOVIE!
A Geneva is all the more beautiful seen from the lakeEmbark on acruise and surrender to the charm of the landscape: agrandiose vista of Europes highest peak, Mont-Blanc, and the lakeside with its Jet dEau. Theview from the boat is exceptional! Enjoy the fresh breeze and marvellous moments ofcalm and quiet. This cruise will leave alasting impression in your memory.www.cgn.chwww.swissboat.com
B Across the city in achoo-choo train!Lean back and relax, the mini-train is ready to depart. Destination Old Town with its picturesque lanes, the splendid lakeside parks, or the international district. Sightsee comfortably, effortlessly!www.sttt.ch
D Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in the Capital of PeaceGeneva and Gandhi are both references in the search for peace amongst mankind. In the international district, next to the United Nations European headquarters, visitors fi nd aperfect spot to meditate in the Ariana Park. Here stands the statue of Indias Father of the Nation, donated to the city in 2007 by the government of India as atoken of friendship.
C The Cit du Temps and the Rue du Rhne The Watch Paradise! Are you aSWATCH afi cionado or simply curious about what time can tell? avisit to the Cit du Temps is amust. The fascinating exhibition reveals all the secrets of this watch called Swatch that has transformed the watchmaking industry by combining amazing designs with Swiss precision. Close by, you fi nd the Rue du Rhne with the most stunning watch boutiques and jewellery shops setting eyes aglow.www.citedutemps.com
E Reach the peak of your stay by climbing the roof of EuropeIn 90 minutes, abus takes you from Geneva to the famous village of Chamonix, at the foot of Mont-Blanc. This mountain is the highest in Europe! In order to climb its summit, aGenevan scientist created alpinism in the 18thcentury. The cable car takes visitors to the Aiguille du Midi (3842m above sea level) where they can enjoy afabulous vista of the Alps.www.keytours.ch
F The origins of the World Wide WebDo you know that the Internet was born in Geneva? CERN, one of the worlds largest centres for scientifi c research, saw the emergence of the World Wide Web in 1989. Important discoveries have been made over the years, including, more recently, the Higgs boson, commonly referred to as the hypothetical God particle. Learn more about this world-renowned physics research centre by visiting its two exhibitions. And you will be able to say that you reached the centre of the Web!www.cern.ch/outreach
G Incredible indian Haute Cuisine in GenevaCelebrate Indian fl avours in arefi ned ambience! The setting is calm, theservice fi rst class and the large tandoor oven stunning decor. But the best is what you fi nd on your plate. Inspired by traditional Indian cookery, the Chef of the Rasoi by Vineet restaurant uses his imagination to blend fl avours and textures in auniquely modern way, thus earning the praise of well-known food critics.www.mandarinoriental.com/geneva
H Enjoy local products from Geneva in aMediterranean settingWednesdays and Saturdays, Genevas smart set crosses the river Arve and visits the bi-weekly farmers market in Carouge. It is the place to buy fresh fruit, vegetables and fl owers grown in the neighbouring countryside. Indulge yourself and taste delicious cheese and excellent wines. Close to the market square, you fi nd boutiques of local designers, artisans and chocolate makers. This is New Yorks Greenwich Village, Geneva style!
Genevas Top Genevas Top 101 The Jet dEau,
Genevas landmark
The lakeshores star attraction is the Jet d'Eau, dazzling visitors as it shoots 140metres into the sky. It is best seen from the Bains des Pquis, this incredible beach in the city centre where Genevas smart set meets for aswim, asauna or to eat afondue! Another exceptional vantage point: aboat cruise on the lake, offering aunique view of the Mont-Blanc!
2 The Old Town and its treasuresSwitzerlands biggest historical city isoverlooked by St. Peters Cathedral, the centre of the Reformation movement.157 steps lead to the top of its tower for astunning view of the town. Stroll along the backstreets and discover the citys many historical treasures.
3 The birthplace of fi ne watchmaking: from the Flower Clock to the watchmakers shopsIts just afew steps from the fl owers of Genevas most famous clock to the dazzling shop windows of the Rue du Rhne, where you can fi nd an amazing
concentration of world famous watches and luxury brands. From fashion to jewellery, the great brands that give Geneva its reputation all have their own boutiques. Ashopping paradise at your feet!
4 The Reformation Wall amonumental homageA stones throw away from the elegant Place de Neuve in the exceptionally beautiful Parc des Bastions, the famous Reformation Wall portrays Europes major reformers. Four giant statues remind us ofGenevas important role in the history ofreligions.
5 The Palais des Nations, symbol of Geneva, capital of peace The European headquarters of the United Nations have become the centre of world diplomacy. Under the dome of the Human Rights and Alliance of Civilisations Room, many secrets are shared. And on the Place des Nations, standing in front of the monumental Broken Chair, you are reminded of Genevas contribution to peace and freedom.
6 CERN, the world's accelerator of science This is where the Internet was born 20years ago. And this is where 10,000physicists try to unlock the secrets of the universe and the Big Bang: CERN, the worlds largest laboratory for particle physics, is based in Geneva. Enter anew dimension by admiring its impressive emblem, the Globe of Science and Innovation where you can visit, free of charge, the Universe of Particles Exhibition.
7 Genevas extraordinary destiny explained by fourmuseums unique in the worldThe International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum, the International Museum of the Reformation, the Patek Philippe Museum and the Fondation Bodmer Library-Museum (out of map) are four striking and unrivalled stops enabling you to decrypt Genevas DNA.
8 Carouge and its bohemian atmosphereGenevas very different sister town, its Greenwich Village. Meet its craftsmen, artists, and its personalities who contribute much to Carouges charm. Itsshaded squares remind you of Italy, just afew minutes from Geneva centre. Agreat many cafs and restaurants create aunique bohemian ambience around the clock.
9 Acertain art de vivre in the Bains district This European platform for contemporary art is home to Switzerlands largest modern and contemporary art museum (MAMCO) and to acluster of private art galleries.It is an avant-garde place with trendy bistros to meet, eat and drink.
10 Agetaway to Mont-Salve Mont-Salve is abreathtaking experience no one should miss. Take the bus to the French border and ride up with the cable car to enjoy an extraordinary 360 view of the region. This is the perfect starting point for hiking and other sports activities, or aparagliding experience!
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