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Introduction
Located at the extreme south-western corner of Switzerland, Geneva is surrounded by French territory. Its location, on the banks of Lake Léman between the Alps and the Jura mountains, provides a dramatic landscape and allows easy access to sk... Continue reading »
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History
Geneva is, and always was, an international city. Marauding barbarians, Roman conquerors, exiled religious leaders, immigrant workers and refugees have left their traces on the area. Some visitors, such as the Duke of Savoy, came with swords... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
With over 120 hotels in the city, Geneva appears to be well prepared for meeting the needs of a tourist onslaught. However, considering the constant flow of business travelers and presidents occupying entire hotel floors, it can be surprising... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
With more than 1,000 restaurants, Geneva and the surrounding area are hardly lacking in places to dine. While Swiss, French and Italian restaurants are seemingly everywhere, the city's ethnic groups have contributed towards the growing divers... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Geneva offers world-class entertainment, with everything ranging from museums to live music represented. Museums and Galleries A gargantuan space covering archaeology, applied and fine arts, the Musee d'Art et d'Histoire (Museum of Ar... Continue reading »
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Tours
PRACTICAL WAYS TO SEE THE CITY On foot The best way to see Geneva is on foot. Several good itineraries are published by the Tourist Information Office. Biking Exceptional bike paths abound in the city and region. A popular route i... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There By Air Geneva International Airport (GVA) ( +41 22 717 71 11 / http://www.gva.ch ) is a mere 3 miles from the city center, and may be the only airport in the world to hurdle the border of two countries, in this case Fran... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Geneva Canton: Geneva Country: Switzerland Geneva By The Numbers: Population: 186,000 Land Area: 6 square miles/16 square kilometers Elevation: 1230 feet/375 meters Average Annual Precipitation: 37 inches/93 centimeters Average January... Continue reading »
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Introduction
If it's a toss-up between Geneva and the larger city of Zurich (and you have time for only one stopover), make it Geneva. Many patriotic French feel this French-speaking city of elegance and charm should belong in France. It does indeed sit o... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Wine Tasting in the Countryside -- Winding your way through the rolling vineyards just outside Geneva makes for an enjoyable day's outing. Many of the best Swiss wines never leave the country, and grapes grow on slopes overlooking Lake Geneva... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Arriving By Plane -- The Geneva-Cointrin Airport (tel. 022/717-71-11; www.gva.ch), although busy, is quite compact and easily negotiated. Swiss International Air Lines (tel. 877/359-7947 from the U.S.; www.swiss.com) serves Geneva more fre... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Babysitters -- A list of agencies is available at the tourist office. Most middle- and upper-bracket hotels will also secure an English-speaking babysitter for you, or you can call Chaperones Rouges (tel. 022/304-04-86), an organization assoc... Continue reading »
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