Zúrich

Zürich is the largest city in Switzerland by population and the capital of the canton of Zürich. It is located in the northeast of the country, on the north shore of Lake Zürich and at the upper end of the Limmat river. The city has about 435,000 residents, while the metropolitan area is around 1.5 million.

The area was settled in Roman times as Turicum and grew into a medieval trading town. Zürich played a central role in the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century under Huldrych Zwingli. In the following centuries it developed into a major financial and industrial center.

Economy and education: Zürich is a global financial hub with banks, insurance companies, and a large services sector. It is also a center of higher education and research, home to ETH Zurich and the University of Zürich.

Culture and landmarks: The city offers a well-preserved medieval old town, the Kunsthaus Zürich, the Swiss National Museum, and the Zurich Opera House. Lake Zürich, the Limmat river, and nearby hills and forests provide recreational areas; Zürich Zoo is a popular attraction.

Transport and language: Zürich Hauptbahnhof is one of Europe’s busiest railway stations; Zürich Airport serves international flights. The public transport system (ZVV) includes trams, buses, and ferries. The official language is Swiss German, with high proficiency in standard German and English among residents.