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Annecy City (France)
Annecy is a city in Eastern France in the Rhone-Alpes region. it the historic capital of the Haute Savoie, located on the shores of clean lakes of Europe. Annecy – one of the most beautiful medieval cities of France, the historical center of which is penetrated charming channels. Thanks to them, the city is often called “Alpine Venice”.
- Geography and climate
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- Story
- sights
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- Maps and guides
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Geography and climate
Annecy is located in the east of France on the shores of the lake of the same name in 40 km from Geneva. The city is located in a picturesque area near the foot of the northern Alps and occupies a strategic position between France, Italy and Switzerland. Annecy climate is temperate. Summer is warm and even sometimes it is hot. Winter is cool with small negative temperatures.
Annecy
Practical information
- The population is more than 120 thousand people.
- The area is 66.94 km2.
- The language is French.
- Currency – Euro.
- Visa – Schengen.
- Time – Central European UTC +1, in summer +2.
- The nearest international airport is located in Geneva. In two hours away is Lyon airport.
- The city has excellent transport links to Geneva, Lyon and By paris
- Annecy is famous for Italian ice cream (gelato) and pastries. Also Here you can taste not only French cuisine, but also Italian and Swiss food.
Annecy
Story
Historians believe that the settlement on the site of the modern city existed since the time of the Romans. In the 10th century, Annecy submitted to Geneva, and at the beginning of the 15th century – the Savoy dynasty. With the development of Calvinism the city became the center of the counter reformation. During the Great French Revolution Haute-Savoie was conquered by France. In 1815, after restoration of the Bourbons was returned to the representatives of the Savoy dynasty. Finally Annecy and this historical region became belong to france in 1860.
Annecy Streets
sights
Old city
Annecy has a charming old town that is considered one of the most beautiful in france. It is replete with enchanting channels. with colorful houses in the Piedmont style, decorated with flowers, arcade streets with boutiques and small beautiful bridges.
Lake Annecy
Lake Annecy is one of the most picturesque lakes in Europe, which the same is considered the purest. This pond with turquoise water located in the picturesque area of the alpine foothills and beautiful in any season. The lake has two beaches: Plage la Brune and Plage. Municipal marked with the “blue flag”.
Ile Palace
Ile Palace is one of the most famous sights. Annecy, which forms the most famous image of the city. Construction located on an island on the river Tiu and built in the 12th century. it the building was a prison for a long time. Now here you can see expositions on architecture and culture, as well as view old prison cells.
Annecy Castle
Annecy Castle is another famous landmark that beautifully towers over the old town. The castle was built between 12 – 16 centuries and was the residence of the Counts of Geneva. Oldest part The castle is the tower de la Reine, which dates from the 13th century. From the 17th century to In the first half of the 20th century, soldiers’ barracks were located here. Now the castle is a museum with exhibitions on art and history region.
Saint Pierre Cathedral
The Cathedral of Saint-Pierre is a Renaissance-Gothic cathedral of the 16th century, which was fully completed only in the 19th century. The church contains a number interesting works of art and baroque art. TO The cathedral adjoins the archbishop’s palace of the 18th century.
Sainte-Claire Gate
The gates of Sainte-Claire are one of the entrances to the old city. On The facade of the tower is installed clock.
Saint Maurice
Saint-Maurice is a 15th century gothic church that contains a number of interesting paintings of the same period.
Basilica de la Visiting
Basilica de la Viziting – Neogothic style church built at the beginning of the 20th century.
Pont de amour
Pont de Amour (Lovers’ Bridge) – a pedestrian bridge of the early 20th century with beautiful lake view. It is believed that if lovers commit a kiss in the middle of the bridge will be together all my life.
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