The cultural melting pot of Basel
20th July 2006
Set between three different countries, on the banks of the Rhine, the city of Basel has had many influences which have helped develop the variety of sights and buildings in this beautiful city.
With influences from Germany and France, Basel has become the architectural and art capital of Switzerland and has over 40 museums spread across the city. From the city's oldest art collection at the Kunstmuseum Basel, housing works from Holbein, through to Picasso and even Warhol, to the ultra-modern Schaulager, which was opened in 2003, there is art for everyone to enjoy.
Some of the most picturesque buildings of Basel are situated near the river, in the main square, or MarketPlatz. Here visitors can enjoy the sites of the ancient Rathaus (town hall) and the various other grand buildings which are now home to shops and cafes. The square also houses a market, where visitors can pick up gifts and local produce.
Close by is another pretty square, Munsterplatz. This contains the impressive St Martin's church, from where stunning views of the city and the Rhine can be seen. The river itself provides a wonderful backdrop for the city and visitors looking to take a break from Basel itself should take a short walk to one of the many intricate bridges which cross the Rhine. A view from Munsterfahre, for example, provides the opportunity to see some of the other bridges and the city's busy skyline.
Visitors taking a short break in Basel will have plenty of sights to discover and fans of art and architecture will find it a particularly fascinating city.
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