With 175,000 inhabitants, Basel is Switzerland’s third-most-populous city. Basel is located in the north-western corner of Switzerland, on the river Rhine. The city shares borders with France and Germany. Basel’s old town is a walkable area with small boutiques, antique book shops and also shops of modern designers. During a walk through the old town, visit the Town Hall, a beautiful renaissance palace located on Marktplatz and the Münster, a Romanesque and Gothic style cathedral. The city is known for its various internationally renowned museums such as Kunstmuseum and Museum der Kulturen. With 40 museum, Basel has the highest concentration of museums in the country. While in Basel, do not miss the yearly Fasnacht (Carnival). It is the most important celebration for the people of Basel.

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