The Schanzengraben reclaims the perimeter of Zurich's original defensive bulwarks, turning the area into a lovely tree-shaded walkway that subverts the once-imposing fortifications of Altstadt. What was once a prohibitive moat is now a tranquil canal, boats and swimmers bobbing easily in the still water that reflects the brickwork of antique fortress walls. A haven from the bustle of urban Zurich, Schanzengraben is the perfect destination for a peaceful walk through green pathways and nearby office workers enjoying a leisurely lunch.
La Fraumünster è famosa per le sue incredibili vetrate colorate disegnate da Marc Chagall. La chiesa comunque venne costruita molto prima delle vetrate e era un regalo da parte di Ludwig des Deutschen a sua figlia, la prima badessa del capitolo femminile. Lei non solo decideva su tutto il territorio ma contava anche su la sua propria zecca; in ogni caso solo il chiostro e la chiesa con il suo romantico coro e la navata gotica vennero risparmiati all'ira della Riforma. La torre sul lato sinistro dell'edificio venne eretta nel 1732 e si erige in antitesi alle vicine torri gemelle della Grossmünster.
For tourists in Zurich, one of the must-see places is certainly the Stadthaus Ausstellungen. Various documentary exhibitions are hosted regularly inside the gorgeous neo-gothic town house that was established in 1900. Visitors can stroll around the various galleries of the Stadhaus and spend quality time acquainting themselves with local history. Exhibitions here focus on sociopolitical issues and history related to Zurich and the surrounding region. It is a fantastic place to view and admire the architecture and learn more about the city and its culture. For history buffs, a visit to this townhouse and its various exhibitions would be an extremely fruitful and enriching experience.
Da poco dichiarato la settima strada di shopping più costosa del mondo, la Bahnhofstrasse di Zurigo mantiene senza fatica il suo primato se comparata con New York, Hong Kong, Paris e London. I tram blu e bianchi trasportano i clienti lungo questo tratto di strada quasi senza macchine che si estende dalla stazione centrale al lago. Bahnhofstrasse è il posto dove si recano i banchieri e le signore appena uscite dal parrucchiere in cerca di vestiti firmati e orologi d'oro. In ogni caso anche gli adolescenti in jeans vengono a cercare le borse di tendenza. Gli eleganti centri commerciali come Jelmoli e Globus, separati da Bahnhofstrasse da un piccolo parco, meritano una visita. Ci sono molti ristoranti e caffè con patii esterni per poter guardare la gente che passa e cercare di indovinare cosa c'è nelle borse! - Susan Vogel-Misicka
The first floor of Zunfthaus zur Meisen houses the faience (glazed ceramic ware) and porcelain collection of the Swiss National Museum. The baroque interiors provide a good backdrop for an overview of the Swiss faience and porcelain workshops of the 18th century and the role Switzerland played in the tableware culture of that time. Products from the Zurich porcelain factory in Kilchberg-Schooren and some from Nyon VD are displayed in the center of the room. They are arranged chronologically (Zurich products from 1763 to 1790 and Nyon ones from 1781 to 1813) to give an insight into how they evolved as per the changing tastes of the time. Zurich's porcelain figures have a special place in the exhibition. They are grouped according to the theme they represent such as seasons, continents, wine, love, allegories, hunting, elements and exoticism. Private events can also be organized at the venue which can accommodate 200 people (standing only).