Standing right in the heart of the historic city of Lausanne, the palace is most famously known as the place where the Treaty of Lausanne was signed in 1912. This opulent palace, replete with illusory staircases, spacious chambers and atriums, was christened after its sponsor, the Russian aristocrat Gabriel de Rumine. Rumine donated a princely sum to the city for the purpose of constructing a public edifice. The responsibility of building the palace fell to one of Lyon's most highly-acclaimed architects at the time, Gaspard André. After its construction, the palace went on to serve as the site of the Lausanne University Library, the Cantonal Money Museum, and eclectic repositories that cater to the fields of zoology, archaeology and fine arts, among others.
Aulps Abbey today, is a sign of true serenity and peace. It was established in Savoy at the end of the 11th Century. Located at a steep height of 800 meters (2624.67 foot), the Abbey’s huge estate consists of ruins of the historic church, parts of the building and the repaired monastic farm. There is a Visitors' Discovery Centre as well that provides information about the place. The beautifully set permanent exhibitions here showcase the lifestyle of the monks in olden days. They also tell the story of the establishment of the abbey. The gardens are also a sight to behold.
Set on a gentle knoll and wrapped by endless fields of manicured vineyards, the impressive Castle of Aigle is located in the heart of the Chablais Vaudois. It was built in the 12th Century, was later owned by the Government of Bern and houses a restaurant and museums. The Vine and Wine Museum showcases used over the years in wine-making. Interactive exhibits also show how wine is made. There is also the Wine Label Museum with wine labels collected from various countries, dating from the early 19th Century to the mid-20th Century. With strong roots in the local wine industry, the wines produced here are acclaimed as some of the best in Switzerland.
Located on the shore of Lake Geneva, the Castle of Ripaille is a historical place to visit which also happens to be a wine making center. Built in !5th century by Duke Amadeus VIII, this castle was at point a powerhouse of wealth and authority. Now, this castle is a tourist spot where you can visit to witness the grandeur of this Middle Ages' wealthy mansion.
A neighborhood located in the historic center of Yverdon-les-Bain, Place Pestalozzi is the embodiment of everything Swiss with its cobblestone pathways, quaint cafes, local eateries and medieval buildings. Every moment spent here is a vision straight out of a picture postcard, which is exactly why this place is popular with tourists throughout the year.