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Zurich's quality of life -- for residents as well as visitors --
begins with two basic ingredients: sparkling, clean water and crisp,
clean air. Added to that is one of the most refreshing natural
settings of any European city: a large lake, two rivers and
tree-covered hills. Rounding out the backdrop is Zurich's Old Town
filled with churches with tall steeples, medieval guild halls,
cobblestone alleys and trickling fountains.
In spite of this quaint postcard image, Zurich is not a
superficially charming or sterile city. Granted, it does have the
reputation of being a conservative banking town, but it's also a
center for contemporary art, alternative youth culture and an
energetic party scene. Far from being staid or static, it actively
pursues a postindustrial path, with a dairy, brewery, shipbuilding
factory and electricity-generating plant that have been converted
into museums, galleries, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. The only
drawback is that visitors will probably find goods and services to
be more expensive in Zurich than back home. |
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