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Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland, will charm you with its historic center, rich cultural scene featuring museums and galleries, and beautiful natural surroundings with a clear lake and views of the Alpine peaks. The heart of Zurich is the Old Town (Altstadt), where you can enjoy a medieval atmosphere, picturesque streets, stone houses, and also one of the most luxurious shopping streets in the world, Bahnhofstrasse.

Worth visiting are also the city’s important churches, especially the Romanesque Grossmünster with its two towers, from which you can enjoy beautiful views of the city and its surroundings, and St. Peter’s Church, the oldest parish church in Zurich, with the largest clock face in Europe. Those who want to learn more about Swiss history should stop by the Swiss National Museum, whose exhibition is interactive and entertaining.

Art lovers will appreciate Kunsthaus Zürich, one of the best galleries in Europe, with collections ranging from the Middle Ages to modern art. Be sure not to miss the Lindt Chocolate Museum either, which will guide you through the history and process of chocolate production. After strolling through the city, head to Lake Zurich (Zürichsee) to simply admire the beautiful nature or take a short boat cruise. Don’t forget to taste Swiss specialties as well—whether the aforementioned chocolate, cheese fondue, or raclette.