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Zurich Travel Guide

Contrary to popular belief, Zurich is not the capital of Switzerland (which is Bern), just its largest city. Zurich has long been known for being clean and efficient, but only in the last ten years has it truly become a fascinating and worthwhile travel destination.

About Zurich

Zurich covers an area of 35.5 sq. miles (91.88 square Km) and is estimated to have a population of 950.000 people being the largest city in Switzerland. Zurich is Switzerland's main commercial and cultural centre and is widely considered to be one of the world's global cities.

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Kunstmuseu

Located a 10-minute walk north of the Stadthaus on Stadthausstrasse and Lindstrasse, this fine-arts museum contains an impressive collection of European and American art and sculpture from the late 19th century to the present. Giacometti and such French artists as Bonnard and Vuillard are well represented. Highlights are works by van Gogh, MirĂ³, Magritte, Mondrian, Kokoschka, Calder, and Klee. There are sculptures by Rodin, as well as works by Medardo Rosso and Maillol. The permanent collection is on display from June to August; temporary exhibits are presented the rest of the year.

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