It is precisely because of the internationality of Geneva that some people even say that "Geneva does not belong to Switzerland". There is also a historical reason here, that is, since Calvin's religious reform, it has become a refuge for those who oppose the old system. Jean jacques Rousseaux was born among Geneva people who are very tolerant of innovative ideas. People like Voltaire, Byron and Lenin came to these Geneva people in order to seek a peaceful environment. It can be said that this international city was born in more than 500 years of gestation. From the late19th century, traveling to Switzerland became the fashion pursued by the British nobles as a superpower at that time. They first came to Geneva with their entourage and a pile of luggage that can be regarded as a fortune, thus achieving the image of Switzerland as a tourist country.

In addition, because Geneva is surrounded by France on three sides, it stands out on the map of Switzerland. The narrowest part in the middle is only 4 kilometers wide, so the land in many places is French, and half of the Wantland International Airport is also French. There are also many people who cross the border to go to work in Geneva by tram every day. Every day, 50,000 French people come from all directions to work in Geneva. People in other Swiss states say that "Geneva does not belong to Switzerland". Besides saying that it is an international city, there is also an irony that it is deeply influenced by French culture. Generally, it takes only 3 hours and 30 minutes to take TGV from Paris.

Geneva is an international city with a long history and the clock capital of the world. It is famous for its profound humanitarian tradition, colorful cultural activities, major conferences and exhibitions, mouth-watering food, fresh suburban scenery and numerous sightseeing projects and sports facilities. As the third largest city in Switzerland, Geneva is second only to Zurich and Basel. It is not only the first capital of francophone Switzerland, but also a microcosm of the world. More than 200 important international institutions are located in Geneva, including the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labour Organization, the World Red Cross, the Scout Headquarters and the Women's League for Peace and Freedom. It can be described as an international political, economic and cultural center.

Introduction to scenic spots: water jet.

Speaking of tourist attractions in Geneva, the fountain of Lake Geneva is second to none. Every spring comes, you can see the towering water column in Lake Geneva, just like the water sprayed by whales. This is the spectacular fountain in Geneva. The big fountain can spray 140 meters high fountain, spraying 500 liters at a time. Driven by 130 horsepower, it is the largest artificial fountain in the world. Its spectacular scenery can be seen all over Geneva. Therefore, the Grand Fountain has become the most representative landscape and symbol of the city in Geneva.

Museum of watches and jewellery

This is a clock museum with a long history. 1556, after Switzerland began to restrict the use of gold and precious metals, craftsmen switched to the watch industry, laying a solid foundation for the Swiss watch industry. The museum has a collection of antique clocks and jewellery designed locally in Geneva in the early days, as well as beautifully designed musical clocks, with a collection of more than 9,000 pieces. However, the works displayed are only selective displays, and many of them are no longer produced. An antique watch inlaid with many expensive gems is indeed a work of art, but what is even more memorable is the ancient pocket watch of 1550. Watches have achieved the changeable appearance of Swatch that the younger generation loves today, which makes young people fondle it and earn a lot of money for Swiss watches.

Palais des Nations

It is a famous building in Geneva and is now the European headquarters of the United Nations. It is located in the northeast suburb of Geneva, near Lake Lemmon, facing the towering Alps. The world official consists of four magnificent buildings, namely, the Great Hall in the center, the library and new building in the north and the Council Hall in the south. The conference hall is the site of the Geneva Conference on Indian zhina (1954) and the summit meeting of the United States, the Soviet Union, France and Britain (1955) attended by Premier Zhou Enlai. In the square in front of the main building of the Palais des Nations stands a huge bronze armillary sphere, carved with sculptures representing the 12 Palace. The rotation angle of the armillary sphere is the same as that of the earth.

Food recommendation:

In the city center, you can taste delicious food from all over the world, or you can go to a local restaurant or country hotel in the city center and taste local specialties with Geneva wine. Special foods include sausage and Roesti (veal sausage mixed potato cake), Bundnerfleisch, Bourguignonne cheese hotpot, and cakes with various flavors such as chocolate and dessert. In addition, Swiss white wine is not only mellow, but also distinctive. Beer is also first-class.

Recreational activities:

The annual "Golden Bowl Cup" regatta has gone through more than half a century. Every June, more than 600 sailboats and their crew gather in Geneva. At the beginning of August, the musical fireworks of the famous Geneva Music Festival attracted thousands of audiences all over the world. In addition, the "Fortress Besieged Festival" is held here every year from 65438+February/1to 12 to commemorate the historic event-the victory of the Geneva Defence War. People in ancient costumes marched along the Rio Grande with torches in their hands. At several stops in the trip, the herald on horseback read the victory declaration. When they arrive at St. Peter's Cathedral, the participants will sing the national anthem, light a big bonfire and end the ceremony. (Source: European Times /Kami)