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Lausanne

Lausanne Cathedral’s Amazing Pipe Organ

Lausanne is an ancient city, full of historical gems. The Cathedral of Notre Dame in Lausanne is often cited as Switzerland’s greatest example of Gothic architecture, replete with details and flourishes characteristic of the movement, and, organ aside, is essential viewing for anyone visiting the region. Discovering the Cathedral Construction on the cathedral began the best part of a millennium ago, in 1175, and while the church was consecrated a century later, it actually still stands incomplete to this day. The cathedral’s towers are visible from a distance, while on closer inspection the intricate detail around the church’s immense portals

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Geneva: At Home in an International City

The Swiss city of Geneva is known for being a ‘global city’. It is home to over twenty international organisations, including the Red Cross and the World Health Organisation. As of 2013, nearly half of the city’s residents are foreign nationals. Known as the ‘Peace City’, Geneva is an important diplomatic and financial centre and one of the most internationally influential cities in the world. But in this globalised and ever-changing metropolis, is it ever possible to feel at home? To find out, we’ve compiled the perfect itinerary for a day out in Geneva. Follow our suggestions for a quintessentially

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