Location: Basel
Basel, a city in Switzerland full of exciting contrasts. A city where historical buildings meet modern architecture. With world-famous museums and a young, dynamic art scene. Cosmopolitan flair here, lively traditions there.
In 1877–1879, construction began on the first Wettsteinbrücke (Wettstein bridge). The bridge was given the nickname "wry bridge of Basel" because of the 2.67 percent incline between the left and right sides. It wasn't until 1881, two years after it first opened, that the bridge received its current name, Wettsteinbrücke….
View moreDating back to around 1400, the Porte St. Alban (St.Alban's Gate, St. Alban Tor) is the entrance of a beautiful neighborhood within the medieval walled city of Basel. The ancient city gate still has a massive wooden door and paling that were lowered during times of peril. The St. Alban…
View moreLocated in the heart of Basel, the Offene Kirche Elisabethen strives to be a welcoming, inclusive, and energetic event space for the community. Ecumenically supported by the Evangelical Reformed, Roman Catholic, and Old Catholic Churches of Basel-Stadt, this church is the first of its kind in Switzerland. The Offene Kirche…
View moreWelcome to the captivating world of Basel Minster, a majestic cathedral that stands as a testament to centuries of history and architectural brilliance. Nestled in the heart of Basel, Switzerland, this iconic structure beckons visitors from around the globe with its awe-inspiring presence and rich cultural significance. Whether you're an…
View moreYou can find the Münsterplatz in the heart of the city, right opposite to the ancient Münster, and it's segmented into three sections: Open space – the square is paved and rectangular in shape. Three of the sides are surrounded by old structures. A paved road forms the boundary of…
View moreTinguely Fountain in Basel is made by Swiss artist Jean Tinguely. He walled a small fountain with black asphalt and, inside, he built mechanical figurines that look like they are playing in the water
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