This book assembles beautiful images, concise texts and information on famous as well as on hidden treasures of Basel. Find included a brief history and figures and facts about the city. Join the authors on their Tour d'Horizon through the historic city on the bend of the river Rhine and dive into its cultur and architectur.

City Hall When Basel joined the Swiss Confederation in 1501, the council had this prestigious building constructed. Originally erected between 1504 and 1514, the city hall was repeatedly expanded until 1904. Preserving the uniform appearance of the building was a matter of utmost importance. Even today, Basel's politicians sit within these historical walls and make far-reaching decisions for their city.

Pictures of the historic city, the river Rhine, modern architecture, the Basler Fasnacht (Carneval), markets, the zoo, churches and the cathedral