Geneva is the second-most-populous city in Switzerland and is the most populous city of Romandie . Situated where the Rhône River exits Lake Geneva , it is the capital of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. The city proper had a population of 186,825 in June 2008, and the metropolitan area had 812,000 residents, according to a 2007 census. The Geneva metropolitan area extends partly over Switzerland and partly over France . Geneva is a worldwide centre for diplomacy and international cooperation, and is widely regarded as a global city, mainly because of the presence of numerous international organisations, including the headquarters of many of the agencies of the United Nations and the Red Cross. It is also the place where the Geneva Conventions were signed, which chiefly concern the treatment of wartime non-combatants and prisoners of war. Geneva has been described as the world's sixth most important financial centre by the Global Financial Centres Index, ahead of Tokyo, Chicago, Frankfurt and Sydney, and a 2009 survey by Mercer found Geneva to have the third-highest quality of life in the world . The city has been referred to as the world's most compact metropolis and the "Peace Capital".
Geneva Weather
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Reviews of Geneva from boo.com
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rc13437732 says: “ everything closed early on saturday and nothing was open on sunday. really put a damper on my shopping for souvenirs. also everything is doable in a day.
Posted: on Nov 17, 2007 |
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ellie10107620 says:
“ This hostel was easy to find, not far from the station and all the sites are walking distance from the hostel. i couldnt really complain.
Posted: on Oct 31, 2007 |
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groovypoppy says:
“ All those people who said, "Geneva?? Whatever for? There's nothing there!"...they don't have a clue! What a great place to spend a couple of days (or preferably more). Lovely people, really calm and laid back city, walkable, though public transport works pretty well too.… more
Posted: on May 1, 2007 |
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Best things to do in Geneva
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Old Town of Geneva / La Vieille Ville de Geneve- What?
- The old picturesque part of the city.
- Where?
- South of the Rhone River.
- Anything else?
- You won't miss la Vieille Ville as it can be seen from all over Geneva. The heart of the old town is the Geneva Cathedral, Cathedrale St-Pierre.
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Maison Tavel- What?
- The city's oldest house.
- Where?
- Bus: 3, 5 or 17.
- Anything else?
- Originally constructed in 1303, this is Geneva's oldest house & has undergone many reconstructions over the years. It was opened as a museum in 1986. It exhibits historical collections from Geneva dating from the Middle Ages to the mid-19th century.
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Palais des Nations - What?
- Headquarters of the United Nations in Europe.
- Where?
- Parc de l'Ariana.
- Anything else?
- This complex of buildings that is the headquarters of the United Nations in Europe is the second largest in Europe after Versailles. Tours in English are available.
Upcoming events in Geneva
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Apr 4
Electron Festival - Day 4
- When: Apr 4, 2010 (Sunday)
- Where: Usine - Palladium - MÃ d - Alhambra - Bac
- What: Geneva Electronic Cultures Festival dj set & live / contemporary dance / conferences / projections / exposition / performances Line-up Abe Duque /... find out more
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Apr 3
Electron Festival - Day 3
- When: Apr 3, 2010 (Saturday)
- Where: Usine - Palladium - MÃ d - Alhambra - Bac
- What: Geneva Electronic Cultures Festival dj set & live / contemporary dance / conferences / projections / exposition / performances Line-up The Hacker /... find out more
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Mar 26
Outre Manche
- When: Mar 26, 2010 (Friday)
- Where: La Galerie
- What: Ages: All Ages http://www.associationlagalerie.org/ Détails a venir. Concert avec peut-être un peut de place pour danser find out more
Recommended Hotels
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City Hostel Geneva- This new hotel for young people with a small budget has just opened five minutes on foot from the Cornavi...
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Hotel Admiral Geneva(3 star hotel)- Our newly renovated 3* Business Hotel is located in the city centre of Geneva within walking distance from the Lake and close to the banks, business and shopping districts…
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Hotel Capitole(3 star hotel)- Hotel Capitole Geneva is a charming hotel situated in the heart of Geneva, just 3 minutes from Lake Leman…
