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Secret Geneva by Christian Vellas

Secret Geneva

Christian Vellas

Jonglez Publishing · Paperback · October 15, 2022

Head off to discover hidden tunnels and a bomb shelter beneath the Old City, follow a secret passage open once a year, admire the cathedral's Orpheus capital, pray at Calvin's fake grave, look for the plaque that compares the pope with the Antichrist, visit the secret gardens of the Carouge district, discover why the national monument represents two Savoyard women, learn where Frankenstein was created, sleep in Professor Calculus' room, and more.

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Who it’s for
A guide to Geneva’s less-visible landmarks, from a cathedral carving to Calvin’s fake grave.
Themes
Hidden sights of Geneva, Off-the-beaten-path travel, Geneva history and landmarks
Genres
Switzerland Travel, Museums & Cultural Tours

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About this book

Head off to discover hidden tunnels and a bomb shelter beneath the Old City, follow a secret passage open once a year, admire the cathedral's Orpheus capital, pray at Calvin's fake grave, look for the plaque that compares the pope with the Antichrist, visit the secret gardens of the Carouge district, discover why the national monument represents two Savoyard women, learn where Frankenstein was created, sleep in Professor Calculus' room, and more.

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Far from the crowds and clichés, Geneva holds well-hidden treasures that are only revealed to residents and travellers who know how to wander off the beaten track. An indispensable guide for those who think they know Geneva well or who want to discover the hidden side of the city.

Geneva’s Hidden Places

A guide to Geneva’s less-visible landmarks, from a cathedral carving to Calvin’s fake grave.

Come here for

  • Hidden tunnels and a bomb shelter beneath Geneva’s Old City
  • Carouge’s secret gardens and a passage open once a year

Expect

  • Places connected to Frankenstein and Professor Calculus
  • Details about Geneva’s monuments, gardens, and hidden passages

Where it sits

Switzerland Travel99%
Museums & Cultural Tours41%

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Publisher categories

  • Switzerland Travel
Authors
Christian Vellas
Publisher
Jonglez Publishing
Published
October 15, 2022
Format
Paperback
Theme
Hidden sights of Geneva · Off-the-beaten-path travel · Geneva history and landmarks
Reading lane
Switzerland Travel