Basel Rathaus

Basel is truly a unique city. To prove that I have collected some interesting facts about it:

• It is located at the border of Switzerland, France and Germany which makes it tri-national.
• It is the second largest urban area in Switzerland
• It has the oldest university in the country
• The most spoken language there is a Basel German dialect
• The name “Basel” comes from the word “pie” in Latin
• The Zoo of Basel is the first zoo built in Switzerland
• Basel is one of the most important cultural cities in Europe

Basel

Basel is really a charming city. All those old but well kept buildings, narrow streets, romantic shops and magnificent Rhine river. Yes, it is lovely!

And if you decide to go there, here is a small list of things to be seen:

• Basel Munster – an early Gothic red sandstone church
• Basel Town Hall (Rathaus) – again, a very red and magnificent building, used by the government
• Rhine river
• Basel Zoo

But above seeing all sights, enjoy yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Basel city.