Embedded between nearby Alpine peaks and the hilly terrain of the Jura, the French-speaking city of Geneva lies in the bay where the Rhone leaves Lake Geneva. Here in Geneva French influence is widespread from the gastronomy to the language.
Geneva is a majestic city and there are many things that you can explore.
Jet d’eau is a large fountain on the Geneva lake, its name means ‘’water jet’’. You can see it while walking around the lake or enjoying in the parks and promenades of the city.
St. Pierre Cathedral is located on the peak of the hill where the Old Town in Geneva starts. It is a unique experience; here are some of the most important historic significance.
Palace of the Nations is situated in a beautiful park in Geneva overlooking the Geneva lake. This is one of the most active centers for multilateral diplomacy in the world.
There are many museums in Geneva – International Red Cross and Red Crescent museum, The art museum and many others.
The Reformation Wall or Reformation museum it is a statue of the Reformers and quotations from them.
The Victoria Hall is worth seeing it. It is a concert hall located downtown. It was built by John Camoletti, it is used for classical music performances.
Geneva has some of the world’s most delicious chocolate products, and there are chocolate- making tours in chocolate factory. Also has world’s best watches including Rolex, Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin.
Another reason to visit Geneva – it is a home to the international Red Cross.
Best time to visit Geneva is during spring. Take a boat to Evian- les- Bains on the French side of the lake. There are some famous baths, lakefront promenade, casinos and a beautiful marina. I hope this was enough to boo a trip to Geneva. It is more than city it is the anchor of two nation waiting to be explored by curious tourist.