Zurich, Switzerland
Historic Sites & Landmarks in Zurich, Switzerland
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Grossmünster
Zurich, Switzerland
The unique and imposing Great Minster was built in 1090 by Charlemagne as a shrine to local martyrs. Later, Zwingli preached the Reformation from its pulpit.
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Fraumünster
Zurich, Switzerland
Built over an abbey church founded in 835, this 13th-century church is known for its elegant spire and Marc Chagall windows.
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Schweizerisches Landesmuseum
Zurich, Switzerland
Housed in a 19th-century Neo-Gothic castle, the Swiss National Museum is full of prehistoric artifacts and medieval religious art, including many altarpieces.
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St. Peterskirche
Zurich, Switzerland
8th century; 13th century; 1705
St. Peter's is the oldest church in Zürich and boasts the largest clock face in Europe.
