Discover there's more to Zurich than just banking, clean streets and punctuality. This popular explorer's guide shows a very different side to Switzerland's largest city. More than 100 fascinating and unusual historical sites, including ancient walls and secret gardens, curious museums and converted factories, idiosyncratic shops and literary landscapes. From Roman Turicum and the Old Swiss Confederacy to the Helvetic Republic and the Industrial Revolution. Locations include the home of FIFA, the emperor's paddle steamer, an elephant in the woods, Lenin's favourite cafe and the original `Dark Restaurant'. Set off on your own urban expedition with the Only In Guides! These ground breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and locals keen to learn more about where they live. Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects.

About the Author
Duncan J. D. Smith - The Urban Explorer - is a travel writer, historian and photographer. In his ground breaking Only In Guides he reveals great cities from unique and hidden perspectives. He has travelled across several continents and described his experiences in books, magazines, and online. Born in Sheffield, England in 1960, he studied history and archaeology at university. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.

Reviews
This book has helped me see Zurich through a fresh lens -- Reader review;In a world where places become ever more similar, it is an absolute joy to stumble on the 'Only In' Guides. The author brings to the series the gaze of the enquiring outsider. A refreshing alternative to the prevailing tide of uniformity favoured by too many travel guides -- Hidden Europe magazine;The Only In Guides help passionate travellers uncover the hidden treasures of a city, sending them home with indelible memories -- Timeless Travels magazine



Book Information
ISBN 9783950421842
Author Duncan J. D. Smith
Format Paperback
Page Count 232
Imprint The Urban Explorer
Publisher The Urban Explorer