Geneva

Tour of Geneva and Lausanne

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Geneva and Lausanne - 2 capitals on the shores of the same lake, 2 stories, 2 fates ... each of the cities is charming and unique, each has its own history. You will see the two largest cities on the coast of Lake Geneva, whose history is closely intertwined with the fate of Russian, Austrian, German aristocrats, these cities they bequeathed their fortunes, finding comfort and peace here. Geneva is brilliant and dynamic, majestic and restrained in its tones, named after Julius Caesar and gave the Russian name to Lake Leman, the city of banks, international organizations, a stronghold of the Reformation of the Church and Protestants, an oasis of tranquility in beautiful, quiet parks with age-old trees, and the shine of luxury in bustling and luxurious shopping streets and squares. Lausanne is the Olympic capital and the capital of Swiss Justice, cozyly located on 4 hills and the intersection of 4 rivers, smoothly "driving" to the embankment of Usha. This was and is a favorite place of rest of the aristocracy, a world-famous health resort and a medical center.

Geneva cordially invites you to a walk - excursion "Geneva, the history of the Capital of the World", where you will get acquainted with the main attractions, history and interesting facts from the life of the city, as well as with the traditions, secrets and lifestyle of Genevans in the intricacies of different cultures. I will tell you the history of an ancient city in the center of Europe, famous for its democratic traditions since the 13th century, whose name was given by Julius Caesar. In the Middle Ages, Geneva was called Protestant Rome, and today it is called the Capital of the World. You will see famous monuments of architecture, squares, fountains and streets, remembering the traces of the ancient Romans and our famous contemporaries.

You will learn: why Geneva is considered the capital of Mirakto from our compatriots was recognized as the richest person of Geneva.How Switzerland acquired the status of a neutral state why since ancient times and to this day Geneva is chosen as a place of residence by the rich and famous We will walk along the embankment of Lake Geneva named in honor of the snow-white peak of Mont Blanc, where the beautiful Sisi was killed - the Empress of Austria and the Queen of Hungary.We will see the Geneva fountain, 140 m high, and I will tell you why it became a symbol of the Queen of Geneva. We will admire the watershed of Lake Geneva and the Rhone River flowing from it at the Mont Blanc Bridge, which divides the city into 2 parts, we will see a man-made island named after the world-famous philosopher, a native of Geneva, J. J. Rousseau. The famous Flower Clock in the English Garden tells us about the emergence of the Swiss watch industry and the value of Swiss watches. Next, we will walk through the Old Town: the Museum of the History of Fine Arts, the Holy Cross Cathedral (Orthodox Church), with the miraculous icon of the Virgin, Bourg-de-Four Square, the oldest square in Geneva, the Cathedral of St. Peter, the auditorium of Calvin, the Geneva City Hall, the ancient Arsenal, the house-museum of J-Jes Rousseau and the Tabel House-Museum - the oldest house in Geneva.We will see the New Square, which has become the center of culture and art of Geneva since the 17th century, and the Conservatory Park, also created by the first school of Rafonovka, the women's, and the first school of the women's. By car, we will drive to the International Quarter, which has made Geneva world famous, attracting many international delegations and individuals. The Square of Nations and the Palace of Nations, which became a symbol of world democracy and popular unity, the World Trade Organization, the Red Cross and Crescent Society, created in Geneva by General Dunant. Geneva welcomes guests from all over the world, with different goals of the visit and financial opportunities, and during the tour I will answer your everyday questions on the topic of gastronomy, shopping, money exchange, etc.

The price includes:

tour service on a VIP class car, inspection of all yards and full excursion support

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