Remarkable Sightings in Geneva
Top Sights And Attractions In Geneva
Geneva is one of the greenest cities in Europe with more than 20 parks in the city center offering countless opportunities for rest and relaxation. Many people are resting, relaxing, eating, playing or just chilling outside on the grass in a parks, especially in summer.
- Jet d’Eau Fountain – This water fountain is the tallest in the world.
- United Nations – European Headquarters of the United Nations.
- Rousseau Island – The island contains a bird sanctuary & a restaurant with stunning views of the surrounding cityscape.
- Place du Molard – Lovely and interesting nightsky-like-pavement square next to Rue du Marche.
- Saint Peter’s Cathedral – Saint Peter’s Cathedral is Geneva’s oldest and most impressive architectural treasure.
- The Old Town – Geneva’s ancient Old Town is a maze of sloping cobblestone streets & alleyways filled with cafes, boutiques and historical landmarks at every turn.
- Reformation Wall – Located in beautiful Bastions Park, this monument commemorates the major events and figures of the Protestant Reformation.
- Place Neuve – Bounded by the Conservatory of Music, the Grand Opera Theater, the Rath Museum and the nearby Victory Concert Hall, the square at Place de Neuve represents the pinnacle of high culture in Geneva.
- Junction of rivers Rhone and Arve – Beautiful place with unique view of two rivers of different colors merging in each other.
- Carouge – Just over L’Arve River, the neighboring town of Carouge is a Mediterranean style hamlet modeled after the city of Nice in France.
- Mount Saleve – Mount Saleve peak 1,380 meters above sea level, where breathtaking views of the Alps to the west and the Jura mountains to the east await.