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| Zurich Travel Guide for backpackers |
| The natural beauty of Zurich will take your breath away, as will the icy cold if you decide to visit in winter for the world renowned skiing. Visit in summer and you can enjoy siting at one of the cafes in the cobbled streets and people watch. Wander the waterfront, view Swiss architecture and visit galleries and museums. |
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 DAILY BUDGET in ZURICH - Switzerland is the most expensive country to visit in Europe. If you cook your own food, stay in hostels you can get by on about US$32 excluding a rail pass. If you want to ejoy the food, nightlife and stay in pensions look at spending about US$65 a day. |
Lindt and Sprugli chocolate factory - The Swiss are renowned for their chocolate, so it would be a crime to pass up the opportunity to grab some free samples while wandering around the small exhibition area. open Wednesday to Friday 10am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. Entrance Free.
Fraumunster - This Gothic style building started life as a convent in 1853 and the spectacular stained glass by Marc Chagall is a must see.
Bahnhofstrasse - Wander one of the most prestigious shopping streets in Europe. Just try not to press your nose to hard against the shop windows!
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Hilti Vegi - Situated at Sihlstr 28. Inexpensive but top-quality vegetarian lunch time buffet and at night an all-you-can-eat Indian buffet. Under US$20 up to US$32.
Suan Long - Situated on the lower shopping level of the train station. They offer cheap and very generous servings of stir fry.
Adlers Swiss Chuchi - Situated at Roseng 10. Rock-bottom cheap lunches of home-cooked national specialities, try the fondue which is one of the best in Zurich. Service is quick and the place is squeaky clean.
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Odeon - Situated at Limmatquai 2. This cultural landmark is open untill 4am and serves a young arty set. Former Patrons include Lenin and Mata Hari, who danced here.
Nelsons - Situted at Beatengasse 18 near the train station. This huge noisy pub serves cheap beer and stays open late into the night.
Oxa Dance Hall - Situated at Andreastr 70. This legendary techno club draws thousands of young Swiss who dance into the early hours of the morning.
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