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Introduction
Located in the heart of the Zurich Canton, modern Zurich blends old-world charm and avant-garde infrastructure. Every year, Switzerland's largest city draws thousands of visitors to its scenic splendors and beatific landscape. Breathe in the... Continue reading »
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History
Most cities have modest origins, and Zurich is no exception. The Roman garrison of Turicum stationed in the area in 15BCE near the present-day Lindenhof, and in 370CE, just 30 years after the Romans had left, a small fort sprang up on the sam... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Zurich's Kreis 1 encompasses Switzerland's most expensive shopping center (the Bahnhofstrasse), the Old Town, the entertainment district of Niederdorf, and the banking and financial pulse of the city (on the Paradeplatz). In addition to all t... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
The city of Zurich is beloved by tourists, business people and locals alike for its intriguing history, thriving economy, and alpine location. From a culinary point of view, Zurich also has a lot to offer. Apart from the traditional Swiss f... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
With a history that stretches back to the 13th century, Zurich has built itself a mighty legacy from its humble Roman beginnings. The still-pristine natural surroundings and quaint architecture attract thousands of tourists annually. Seeking... Continue reading »
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Tours
The history of Zurich began about 2000 years ago when the Roman customs station Turicum (Zurich) was founded. With its population of 360,000 in the city and almost one million in the suburbs, Zurich is Switzerland's biggest city. As the city... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There By Air: Switzerland is located in the heart of Western Europe. And since it's landlocked, the airports are automatically strategic important entry/exit points. Located about eight miles outside Zurich, in Kloten, the Zuric... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Zurich Canton: Zurich Country: Switzerland Zurich By The Numbers: Population: 363,000 Elevation: 1,338 feet / 408 meters Average Winter Temperature: 28-38 degrees F/ 1 degree C Average Summer Temperature: 55-75 degrees... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Switzerland's largest city is surely among the most beautiful in all of Europe, and even today, Zurich retains much of its 19th-century charm. Situated on the northern shore of Lake Zurich in the heart of the country, the city is both large e... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Arriving By Plane -- Kloten Airport (tel. 044/816-22-11; www.zurich-airport.com), the international airport of Zurich, is the biggest airport in Switzerland and the most popular gateway to the country; in fact, it's among the 10 busiest ai... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Babysitters -- If enough advance notification is given (at least a day in advance), virtually any hotel in Zurich can arrange for a babysitter. Another option is the child-care facilities at one of Zurich's largest department stores, Jelmoli,... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
If You Have 1 Day Take "Walking Tour 1: Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse" to Lake Zurich, where you can board a steamer for a 1 1/2-hour ride on the lake. Return to shore and visit either the Kunsthaus Museum or the Landesmuseum. In late afternoon... Continue reading »
Zurich Travel Experiences
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Saturday Evening Paaaaarty
Ok, a little background, basically once every four years the people of Zurich decides they don't want to be quite as uptight as they norm... Continue reading »
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2nd Day in Zurich, Switzerland
We got up, got a day pass for the public transit, and headed for the downtown. We had picked up a tourist map from the hotel reception an... Continue reading »
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A chocoholic in Zurich
I guess by now you've noticed that I spend a lot of time writing about food in my blogs. I'm not usually so obsessed with food, but there... Continue reading »
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Days 9-13 Swiss Bliss
I had visited Zurich several times before, so I did not feel a great need to spend much time here. Rather it was going to be a brief 3 da... Continue reading »
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ZURICH & EMILY!!!!!!!!
First of all, I love Switzerland! Second of all I love EMILY and he is meeting me in Switzerland!I head from Stresa in Italy to meet up w... Continue reading »
Popular Zurich Hotels
- Sofitel Zurich
- Marriott Zurich
- Park Inn Zurich Airport
- Swissotel Zurich
- Leonardo Hotel Rigihof Zurich
- Hotel Welcome Inn
- Hotel Altstadt
- Hotel du Theatre
- Hotel Limmathof
- Bristol
