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Zurich
Attractions - Things to do
1. Fraumünster Church
Am Münsterhofplatz
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What is it? Of the church spires that characterise
Zurich's skyline, the thin blue spire of Fraumünster is the most
graceful. Overlooking the historic old square of Münsterhof, the
former pig market, the church was founded in 853 and its convent
inhabited by German noblewomen until the 13th century. Important
architectural features include the Romanesque choir and the
enormous elaborate organ, but its chief attractions are the five
beautiful stained glass windows designed by the 83-year-old Marc
Chagall in 1970.
Hours of Operation: 9am to 6pm (May to September); 10am to 5pm (October);
10am to 4pm (November to March); 10am to 5pm (March to April). The
church is closed between noon and 2pm daily, on Sundays it is
closed until 2pm
Phone:(01) 211 4100 |
2. The Swiss National Museum
Museumstrausse 2
www.musee-suisse.com |
What is it? Housed in a castle-like building with a
distinctive tower, The Swiss National Museum provides a fascinating
look at Swiss culture and history and contains a comprehensive
collection of artefacts from the Stone Age to modern times. There
are works of art, everyday articles such as medieval drinking bowls
and costumes, toys, a section on book-inscribing in the Middle
Ages, carved altar pieces and stained glass windows from ancient
convents and churches, and the wheels found in Zurich that are
believed to be the first ever discovered. There is also an exhibit
on Swiss clock making, and a weapons and armour display providing
insight into methods of Swiss combat from 800 to 1800. Special
exhibitions are held annually on themes relevant to Swiss
society.
Hours of Operation: Daily except Mondays from 10.30am to
5pm
Phone:(0)44 218 6511 |
3. The Rhine Falls
8447 Dachsen
www.rheinfall.ch |
What is it? An excellent day trip from Zurich and close
to the town of Schaffhausen, the Rhine Falls (Rheinfall) is the
largest and most powerful waterfall in Europe, impressive not so
much for its height of 75ft (23m), but more for the mighty volume
of water thundering over its broad breadth. This magnificent
natural wonder is especially remarkable during late spring when the
snowmelt adds to its volume. On the hill above the falls is a
medieval castle, Schloss Laufen, housing a restaurant, shops and a
youth hostel. Rainbow-coloured mists rising from the forest and
encircling the castle create an enchanting atmosphere. In summer
one of the highlights of a visit to the falls is a boat trip across
the white-water of the cataracts to the Centre Rock, with a short
climb up some stairs to the top for an exhilarating view of the
rushing water. Breathtaking views can also be enjoyed from three
different lookout platforms along a path leading from the castle.
The Känzeli Lookout, with a protruding platform at the base of the
falls, is the most spectacular. The Rhine Falls is host to the
fantastic fireworks display held on Swiss National Day (August 1)
that attracts thousands of spectators every
year.
Hours of Operation:
Phone:(052) 672 7455 |
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Transport -Zurich is easy to navigate and a modern,
user-friendly network of trams and buses covers the city daily from
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