Travel period: 23 - 26 May 2008 Geneva - situated at Lake Geneva, this is a serene and rather quiet city compared to many other European cities. Having said that, it's the hub of many international organisations, incl. Red Cross International and United Nation. Only half an hour drive from France, this is a French speaking city - a second most important language after German in Switzerland. I took a half day walk around Lake Geneva and to enjoy the view of lovely wineyard surround the lake. I only stayed here for 3 days - with one day going to Charmonix, one of the most popular skii area in France. Of course, the skii season has just finished but I can still see the snow on top of the mountain.
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