Of the many places in the world that need no introduction, Switzerland is among the first names that comes to mind whenever anybody is asked about their favourite holiday destination, save the few who have already been there a couple of times! The reason for this is not only its stature among other European nations, but also the fact that it backs the seemingly tall claims with substance, much to the delight of tourists from all over the world.
Geneva: One of the most well-known global cities, albeit not for tourism purposes for a majority of the people who know of it, Geneva is a modern day city that is as cosmopolitan as a destination can be. Belonging to a rare breed, Geneva is one place where nothing comes cheap, simply because it is Europe's costliest city. The locals talk in practically every language the world has heard of, and a tourist might easily mistake it for the capital of Switzerland, which it most certainly is not. However, this unique spot is situated on the shores of the largest lake in Europe, and is Switzerland's third largest city. However, the amount of attention Geneva gets is amazing – with the UN, International Red Cross, International Labour Organization and the World Health Organization having their bases here, along with the city being host to the meeting of around 200 governmental and non-governmental international organisations from around the world, an event that is a blessing for many of the four and five star hotels. There is a sudden boost in local trade and revenues, with special emphasis on luxury jewellers and chocolate shops, the signature marks of Switzerland. However, there is much more to the city than the tourist boats in the lake, or the glitzy promenades, or the record breaking high fountain. If one wants to experience the true Geneva, the way around the picture perfect Old Town is to walk west by the side of the Rhône's industrial shores, explore the Pâquis quarter, or go south towards Carouge, with the rejuvenated factories, friendly neighbourhood bars and alternative clubs greet with all their attitude!
Zurich: When the reputation of a city precedes it in every sense of the word, it needs to live up to it, but for many people, Zurich is much of an anti-climax to the way it is perceived around the world. To a majority of the visitors, it's a mundane banking capital that is like the Singapore of Europe, with everything just too spic and span for a careless tourist's taste. However, Switzerland's largest metropolis has come of age to break that mould. True, it is still home to the world's fourth-biggest stock exchange, and 'finances the country', so to speak, but the city is the ideal vacation destination for many, located on the shores of a beautiful river, alike its cousin mentioned above, and is very sorted compared to other global metropolitans.
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