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  Geneva - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The population of the city is 185,526 (2004) and that of the agglomeration in Switzerland and France 645,000 (2000).
Geneva was the name of a settlement of the Celtic people of the Allobroges, and the name of Genava (or Genua) in Latin appeared for the first time in the writings of Julius Caesar in De Bello Gallico, his comments on the Gallic Wars.
Geneva is also home of one of the oldest universities of the world, the University of Geneva, and one of the most prestigious graduate schools of international relations, the Graduate Institute of International Studies.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Geneva   (563 words)

  
 Geneva Tourist Information - Switzerland, Europe Provided By Columbus Travel Guides   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Geneva’s reputation for religious tolerance during the Reformation proved to be a major influence on its subsequent development.
Switzerland’s famed neutrality had a part to play in encouraging international organisations to locate their headquarters in Geneva, which today boasts over 200, raising an always numerous foreign community to one-third of the population.
The catalyst for choosing Geneva was the decision in 1919 to set up the headquarters of the League of Nations, predecessor of the United Nations, in the city.
www.cityguide.travel-guides.com /cities/gen/cityoverview.asp   (563 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Geneva, canton and city, Switzerland, Switzerland (Swiss Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
One of the smallest cantons, Geneva is in the plain between the Jura and the Alps.
Situated on the Lake of Geneva and divided by the RhOne River, which emerges from the lake, it is a picturesque city joined by numerous bridges.
Geneva is a cultural, financial, and administrative center.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/G/GenevaSwi.html   (342 words)

  
 Geneva Switzerland Travel and Destination Information
Geneva, international meeting place, the smallest of the world's metropolises, peace capital of the world, situated between the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and Mount Salève, is a world for everyone, quiet apart from the rest of Switzerland.
Geneva is located between the Alps and the Jura mountains, at the extreme south-west of Switzerland and almost completely encircled by France.
Geneva is situated 272 km (111 miles) from Zurich, 240 km (miles) from Basel and 152 km (miles) from Bern.
www.magicswitzerland.com /geneva.htm   (466 words)

  
 Lake Geneva - Switzerland
Ever since the 18th century, the Lake Geneva Region, reputed for its beauty, has grown to be a holidaying region, visited by the great personalities of this world who were enchanted by the peace that emanates from its landscapes.
If the visitor follows the shore of the Lake Geneva, he can admire the changing colours, the terraced slopes with their vineyards, the impressive mountains, picturesque villages and towns with their blend of past relics and modern activity.
Lake Geneva is the largest lake in Central Europe.
www.mysterra.org /webmag/lake-geneva.html   (409 words)

  
 Islam in Switzerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Switzerland, and Geneva in particular, is often associated with emirs and other sheiks who enjoy sumptuous palaces, stroll along the harbor in the shade of the fountain and buy out the luxury shops.
In 1990, the Muslim population was 152,200, or 2.2% of the Switzerland’s resident population.
It is interesting to note that 76% of the Muslims are settled in German-speaking Switzerland, and 14% in French-speaking Switzerland, which corresponds closely to the resident population distribution.
switzerland.isyours.com /e/guide/religion/islam.html   (697 words)

  
 City of Geneva - Ideals of peace and humanity
Today, Geneva's humanitarian role and action are more than ever necessary and it is widely recognised as the city of Peace and of major international negotiations.
Geneva plays host to some 190 international organizations - the UN European headquarters, the UN Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).
Geneva has sheltered successive waves of refugees over the centuries.
www.ville-ge.ch /en/decouvrir/monde   (279 words)

  
 Satellite Images: Lake Geneva, Switzerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Surrounded by the Alps to the south and east (upper portion of the image), and the Jura Mountains to the west (lower portion of the image), Lake Geneva is 45 miles (70 km) long and 1.5 to 9 miles (1 to 14 km) wide.
Lake Geneva is noted for its deep blue and remarkably transparent waters and the shores of the lake are dotted with numerous resorts and villas.
Geneva is the seat of many international bodies, such as the Red Cross, the World Health Organization, the International Labor Organization, and the World Meteorological Organization.
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 Geneva Hotels: Hotel Warwick Geneva, Switzerland
The Warwick Geneva Hotel is a four-star hotel, recently renovated and centrally located in the heart of Geneva.
Situated just in front of the Geneva main Cornavin railway station with direct bus and train connections to Geneva International Airport, the Warwick Geneva Hotel is also close to the Palexpo (Convention Centre) and the United Nations Office.
The Warwick Geneva Hotel is ideally placed for both business and leisure travellers to Geneva, in the heart of the business district and a short walk from Geneva's glamorous Lakefront Promenade, the Old City and Switzerland tourism destinations.
www.warwickgeneva.com   (289 words)

  
 - Geneva Switzerland nightlife   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Geneva’s nightlife is unlikely to set your pulse racing.
As far as popular culture goes, the city suffers from a major image problem both abroad and inside Switzerland, and few bands or DJs come visiting.
The flipside of that image problem is that you can find top-notch classical music and opera, with a world-famous orchestra dividing its time between Geneva and Lausanne, as well as major international performers.
switzerland.isyours.com /e/guide/geneva/entertainment.html   (332 words)

  
 Geneva Hotels - Hotels in Geneva Switzerland
Welcome to the Geneva Hotels section of Global Hotels-24-7.com The Geneva Hotels in Geneva Switzerland section of Global Hotels 24-7 is designed to assist you in finding the best rates and availability for Geneva hotels.
Geneva is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world, situated between the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and Mount Salève.
Geneva is only one hour from Paris or Milan by plane and less than two hours from London, Rome or Madrid.
www.geneva.globalhotels-24-7.com   (411 words)

  
 Lodging.com: Hotel Details
Lake Geneva, the old town, as well as the many sites and attractions that Geneva offers, are but a few minutes stroll from the hotel lobby.
The main Geneva public transportation hub, 20 feet from the hotel's main entrance, offers excellent service to all areas of the city and the airport.
In the center of Geneva and across from the main railway station.
www.lodging.com /App/ViewSpecificHotelLP?masterId=61693   (398 words)

  
 Emmanuel Church in Geneva
We are an Episcopal Parish in the Convocation of American Episcopal Churches in Europe serving an international English-speaking, inter-denominational congregation of Parishioners in the Geneva area and neighbouring France.
Located on left bank of Lake Geneva, Emmanuel Church is the home to a small but vibrant English speaking Christian community.
Geneva being the seat of many international Organizations such as the UN, World Trade Organization and many others is a crossroads of cultures and religions.
www.emmanuelchurch.ch   (313 words)

  
 Geneva Conference on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
For the Geneva conferences of foreign ministers in 1955 and 1959, see Foreign Ministers, Council of.
Since then, most international meetings held at Geneva have concerned the basic problems of the limitation of nuclear arms and provisions for international inspection and control.
Metabasis to Present at the SG Cowen and Co. 5th Annual Global Healthcare Conference in Geneva.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/G/GenevaC1onf.asp   (846 words)

  
 GENEVA HOTEL SWITZERLAND, extended stay hotel apartment for your journey in Switzerland with Citadines geneva hotel ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Geneva hotel Switzerland: in the extraordinary city of Geneva the Citadines chain, the leading name in Apart'hotels, offers in Geneva a fully furnished Geneva hotel Switzerland, with studios or apartments, including standard hotel services.
Geneva hotel Switzerland: optional extras for one night or several days, all in the Citadines Geneva hotel Switzerland.
Select Geneva hotel Switzerland from Citadines and make your business trip to Geneva, Switzerland easier by choosing Citadines Geneva hotel Switzerland and you will also have a business area in your Geneva hotel Switzerland.
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 Geneva start-up takes to the air with mini-blimp
Geneva start-up Airvision has developed a series of mini-blimps designed for publicity at public events or for filming with a camera mounted in a nacelle.
Geneva continues to see innovative start-ups from its region make waves in the global marketplace.
The whole Geneva region is committed to encouraging start-ups generally, and in the New Economy and e-business in particular.
www.geneva.ch /air.htm   (360 words)

  
 lake geneva and switzerland and climate and other switzerland related information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
night in Switzerland, or as a hub from which to explore the Lake Geneva...
In the heart of Geneva, a short stroll from the lake and old town, the hotel enjoys an ideal setting.
Lake Geneva sparkles beyond the Swissotel Metropole, an...
www.nethorde.com /switzerland/lake-geneva-and-switzerland-and-climate.html   (317 words)

  
 Geneva Hotels — Discount Hotels Geneva Switzerland
Ideally situated at the junction of motorways A40 and A41; 12 km from Geneva International Airport; 8 km from Geneva City Centre; the Hotel Porte de Geneve welcomes you into its warm atmosphere.
The 4 star NH Geneva is a modern hotel situated about 2 km from Geneva Airport in the city's new business district.
The hotel is located 800 metres from the Geneva International Airport and 900 metres from the Palexpo exhibition centre.
www.bikemex.com /Switzerland/Geneva   (1669 words)

  
 Geneva hotel, Le Palace Hilton Geneva five star accommodation lake Geneva Switzerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Geneva hotel, Le Palace Hilton Geneva five star accommodation lake Geneva Switzerland
Le Palace Hilton Geneva benefits from an ideal situation on the shores of lake Geneva, located on the Quai du Mont-Blanc right opposite the famous Jet d'eau.
It is the home of countless International Organisations and captivating museums, while in its magnificent parks rare and ancient trees testify to the city's international relations.
www.hiltongeneve.ch   (169 words)

  
 Geneva Hotels, Online Hotel Reservation System. Discounted Hotel Deals
Although Zurich is the capital of the country, Geneva seems to be more dynamic and interesting to many.
Strategically located on the border of France and Switzerland, the city has been an extremely important traffic and business hub for centuries.
It is the location of choice to many world-wide businesses and recent years show that there are more to come, what shall lead to aggressive growth of city importance.
www.europe-cities.com /hotels-geneva.aspx   (174 words)

  
 Geneva Switzerland on Almondnet
Check out this selection of budget and luxury hotel accommodations, as well as the Geneva city and tour guide.
Find geneva switzerland and more at Lycos Search.
Geneva, Switzerland - the most cosmopolitan of Swiss cities...
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 World Summit on the Information Society
The first phase of WSIS took place in Geneva hosted by the Government of Switzerland from 10 to 12 December 2003.
The objective of the first phase was to develop and foster a clear statement of political will and take concrete steps to establish the foundations for an Information Society for all, reflecting all the different interests at stake.
At the Geneva Phase of WSIS nearly 50 Heads of state/government and Vice-Presidents, 82 Ministers, and 26 Vice-Ministers and Heads of delegation as well as high-level representatives from international organizations, private sector, and civil society provided political support to the
www.itu.int /wsis/geneva   (278 words)

  
 Current local time in Geneva - Switzerland
The native names of Switzerland are Schweiz (German), Suisse (French), Svizzera (Italian)
When can I call/have a meeting with someone in Geneva?
Compare Geneva time to time in other time zones
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 Geneva Switzerland Accommodation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Use our Geneva accommodation guide to find hotels in Geneva, Geneva bed and breakfasts and Geneva hostels for your stay in Geneva Europe.
Listed above are links to Geneva accommodation providers, offering a wide range of options from short term apartments in Geneva and long term Geneva apartments to luxury hotels in Geneva and budget Geneva hostels.
If you are thinking of reserving more than one room in a Geneva hotel, check how much a suite in the accommodation would cost.
www.a-zoftourism.co.uk /Accommodation-in-Geneva.htm   (376 words)

  
 Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations Office
and to the other international organizations in Geneva
Here you will find practical information about the work of the Swiss Mission, which is to assist the international community as well as all individuals who are interested in international Geneva and its institutions.
One of Swiss diplomacy's main tasks is therefore to ensure the smooth functioning of this centre of international conferences and secretariats, that work together to improve international co-operation in fields that affect the daily lives of everyone.
Most of the international organisations based in Switzerland as well as several permanent missions in Geneva have an Internet site.
www.eda.admin.ch /geneva_miss/e/home.html   (274 words)

  
 Geneva hotels, Switzerland. Cheap, budget and luxury hotels in Geneva.
The hotel is located to the east of Geneva, 5 min from Geneva airport and Palexpo Exhibition Centre (free shuttle).
The hotel stands between Geneva railway station and the famous Lac de Geneve or Lac Leman, close to the commercial center.
Located near the airport, it is one of the largest hotels in Geneva.
www.geneva-hotels.org   (354 words)

  
 Sightseeing, tours, attractions and events - book online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Hop on this tour and you'll find yourself dining in France for lunch, in one of the most famous mountain villages at the foot of the remarkable and majestic Mont-Blanc.
Spend the morning in Bern, capital of Switzerland and once home to Albert Einstein, perhaps the greatest thinker of the 20th century.
Prepare to be amazed as you admire the rolling hills and meadows, as you descend the hills to Montreux, overlooking Lake Geneva with the towering Alps as a backdrop.
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 Accommodation Geneva, Switzerland hotels. Geneva hotel reservation desk
Online reservation service for all accommodation types in Geneva: hotels, guest houses, townhouses, B and B's, conference centers, travel accommodation.
Click on the name (or picture) of a hotel in Geneva to get more information about that accommodation.
Click on "Reservation service" next to a Geneva hotel to check availability and rates for that accommodation.
hotel-reservation-desk.com /accommodation/Switzerland/Geneva.html   (248 words)

  
 2005 Population Figures for Geneva, Switzerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
From Geneva, travel to the scenic lake district of Neuchâtel or the fertile lowland
The official language in Lausanne and West Switzerland is...
178,034 for Geneva, Switzerland is based on a number of factors and sources.
travel.synabu.com /cities/G/Geneva,_Switzerland.html   (567 words)

  
 Geneva - Welcome to Networld
Inauguration of the China Business Hub in Geneva : the result of a joint effort by the World Trade Center Geneva and the Department of Economy, Labour and Foreign Affairs
Expansion of Geneva’s global private banking centre: Barclays to double in size and opening Barclays Global Investors
Geneva is hosting the biggest Independence Day celebrations outside the United States
www.geneva.ch   (201 words)

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