Not the capital, which is Bern. It is the financial and cultural capital though. It’s also the largest city in the country.

The area was held by Rome. Then Germanic peoples moved in, followed by the French. They eventually joined neighboring forces (cantons) to counter the Hapsburgs. Located along trade routes, the city expanded and prospered.

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There are a lot of churches and museums…and a lot of construction during my visit.

Lindenhof Square. A great viewpoint.
Town Hall with Grossmünster Church behind it.
Inside Grossmünster
Zürich Central. 2,000 trains a day make it one of the world’s busiest depots.
Lake Zurich. Very popular in summer!

Nosh:

Sprungli Confectionary started in 1836. The chocolatier was one of the first in the city. The confectionery and chocolate businesses operate separately, with the latter a collaboration with Lindt.

Sprungli Waffle
Chinese lunch buffet at Tasty Haus. A buffet is a value compared to typical restaurant prices.
Some stores have a fancy wine room. This one has a fancy cheese room!

Nip:

A few of the local lagers.