With a population of 186,825, Geneva is the second-largest city in Switzerland. Geneva is located at 46°12' North, 6°09' East, at the south-western end of Lake Geneva, and it has an area of 15.86 km2. The city boasts thirty museums, numerous concert halls, over twenty theaters and about thirty cinemas.
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what's nicer city Geneva or Zurich?(4 Answers)
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I love Geneva more than Zurich. To me, it is a must see city in Switzerland. The city is situated on Lake Geneva, offering culture both old and ...
What are some of the mountains in Switzerland for skiing?(1 Answer)
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For skiing, Switzerland is regarded as paradise. Here is a list of the best spots— • Mürren • Zermatt • Arosa • Davos • Grindelwald Source: http://www.discover-lake-geneva-switzerland.com/switzerland.html
Where is the best place in the world to live?(1 Answer)
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Vienna is top of the list in the best places in the world to live according to a survey conducted by Mercer Consultings 2009 Quality of Living Survey ...
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Fast Facts
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Country
Switzerland
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Population
188,000
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State/Province
République et Canton de Genève (The Republic and Canton of Geneva)
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Founded
The area was inhabited since antiquity; the oldest extant mention of the town is in Julius Caesar's Commentarii de Bello Gallico, in 58 AD
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Area code
+41 (Switzerland) 22 (Geneva)
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Time zone
Central European Time (CET); Central European Summer Time (CEST) in Summer
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Nickname
City of Peace
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Average climate
Average temperatures: winter 3°C (35°F), summer 18°C (64°F)
