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Geneva is the second-most populous city in Switzerland (after Zürich) and the most populous of the French-speaking Romandy. Situated in the southwest of the country, where the Rhône exits Lake Geneva, it is the capital of the Republic and Canton of Geneva, and a centre for international diplomacy. Geneva hosts … See more
Topography
Geneva is located at 46°12' North, 6°09' East, at the south-western end of Lake Geneva, where the Rhône flows out. It is surrounded by three mountain chains, each belonging to the Jura: the Jura main range lies north … See morePopulation
The city of Geneva (ville de Genève) had a population 203,951 in 2020 (Jan. estimate) within its… See moreMedia
The city's main newspaper is the daily Tribune de Genève, with a readership of about 187,000. Le Courrier mainly focuses on Geneva. Both Le Temps (headquartered in Geneva) and Le Matin are widely read in… See moreGeneva was an Allobrogian border town, fortified against the Helvetii tribe, when the Roman Republic took it in 121 BC. It became Christian under … See more
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The city is divided into eight quartiers, or districts, sometimes … See moreThere are 82 buildings or sites in Geneva that are listed as Swiss heritage sites of national significance, and the entire old city of Geneva is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
Religious buildings: Cathedral St-Pierre et Chapel des … See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license WEBDiscover Geneva, a vibrant city with a rich history, cultural gems, and natural beauty. Find events, activities, tours, and tips for your stay in Geneva, ranked among the top 5 best destinations in Europe.