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Geneva, has long been Switzerland's most cosmopolitan city. It is situated at the southwestern end of Lake Léman - the country's largest lake - and astride the Rhône, with foreground hills rising against a backdrop of mountains. The familiar Jet d'eau is the icon of Geneva as the Jet d'eau spouts a column of lake water as high as 450 feet in the air. As you stroll down the lakeside quays you'll pass by beautiful flowerbeds and other exotic flora as well as elegant old residences. It also houses the League of Nations; the Palais des Nations became the headquarters of the United Nations in 1946. Today, it is the second most important centre of the United Nations after New York.

The Must Sees and Must Dos...

Some of the major attractions in Geneva are the Flower Clock, Brunswick Monument, Le Corsbusier Building, Solar and Laser Clock and the Treille Promenade.
Lake Geneva Cruises - take you around the magnificent landscapes of Geneva gliding on the lake like graceful swans. Nestled amidst the Alps the lake is an inland sea, where cruise boats sail by the rolling hillsides of La Cote to the climbing vineyards of Lavaux. They also sail from the steep cliffs of the French Chablais to the luminous banks of Haute-Savoie. Ferrying 16 ships including paddle steamers these cruises create an illusion of paradise with glittering stars in the moonlit sky against the backdrop of the snowcapped mountains.

Carouge is a small suburb of Geneva. A place designed by Turinese architects, it gives you a very Mediterranean feel. Its bustling streets and many shaded squares invite one to indulge in long and leisurely strolls. Trendy boutiques, antiques and curio dealers, restaurants and bistros ensure a very warm and congenial ambience.

Trans Eaux-Viviens - This ecofriendly mini-train is ideal for a tour of the Lake Geneva waterfront. The unique minitrain functions on solar energy! No noise, no smoke and no pollution in order to protect the environment. This train journeys along Port-Noir, close to the marina to the Societe Nautique of Geneva all the time making it possible to hop on and off whist visiting the various parks and rose gardens. Taking off every 45 minutes it takes 30 minutes to complete the train ride.

Gardens of Geneva - An important city housing many international organizations, this city is also famous for its lovely gardens. The English gardens, one of the liveliest parks in Geneva is well known for its clock tower. The Botanical Garden is actually a living museum which is divided into several sections: an arboretum, the rock gardens, greenhouses, horticultural plants (including a “garden of scent and touch”) and an animal park devoted to conservation. The Alpin Garden is well known for its watercourses, a pool with aquatic plants, pergolas, a rose garden in the shape of a rose, plus a park with goats, chickens and ducks. Le Grange Park, La Perle-du-Lac are some others that may be visited too.

Besides the above, Les Diablerets, Gstaad are important destinations too. Geneva is rich in culture as well, as is obvious with the presence of the Grand-Theatre, the Victoria Hall and the Conservatory of Music.

Geneva Grapes - Wine Tasting in Geneva - at Clos de la Donzelle - One of the oldest Geneva wine estates. Natural, full-bodied, typical wines. Chasselas, Aligoté, Chenin, Gewürztraminer, Gamay, Pinot, Gamaret are some of he varieties harvested here. At 25 min by car from Geneva city center these vineyards are easily accessible.

Indian Tour Operators

A list of tour operators promoting the city:

Access Worldwide
Cox & Kings
Dewan Worldwide Holidays
Equino Fun Holidays
Flamingo Transworld Pvt. Ltd.
Gainwell Leisure Holidays
Grisbi Holidays
Heena International Tours & Travels
Kesari Tour
Kuoni Travel Ltd
Orbit Tours and Trade Fairs Pvt. Ltd.
Raj Travels & Tours Ltd.
Saltours International
SOTC
Star Tours Ltd
Swisstours
Thomas Cook (India) Ltd
Travel Oytser