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Library of the Law Institute University of Zurich Review

A fine example of contemporary architecture is the inner courtyard of the Library of the Law Institute (Bibliothek des Rechtswissenschaftlichen Institutes), which belongs to the University of Zurich.

The building was erected in 1909, but in2004 the interior underwent massive renovations after designs of the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. It was topped by an elliptical glass roof and equipped with several balconies finished in wood.

In theory the Library of the Law Institue is open to the public, but you have to be quiet when entering the building.

Directions:
The Library of the Law Institute is located on the eastern side of the river Limmat somewhere between the art museum "Kunsthaus" and the main University building. The tram stop "Kantonsschule", where trams #5 and #9 stop is just in front of the building. The entrance to the library is on the backside of the building.

Address: Library of the Law Institue, Rämistr. 74, Zurich

Train Station Stadelhofen Buildings in Zürich Review

The Train Station Stadelhofen (Bahnhof Stadelhofen) was rebuilt in 1990 by the Spanish star architect Santiago Calatrava who also designed buildings in Toronto, Valencia and Malmö.

He integrated the late Classicism station building from 1894 into his modern art architecture consisting of steel girders and concrete pillars.

Directions:
The Train Station Stadelhofen can be found near the Bellevue square, just south of Zurich's city centre.

Address: Bahnhof Stadelhofen, Stadelhoferstr. 10, Zurich

Train Station Zurich Enge Buildings in Zürich Review

The history of the Train Station Zurich Enge (Bahnhof Ende) dates back to 1875, although the current building was constructed between 1925 and 1927.

The architects of this monumental granite building were the brothers Otto and Werner Pfister. The building consists of two arcades and a well-worth seeing inner courtyard with an atrium.

Directions:
The Train Station Zurich Ende is located southwest of the city centre, at the square Tessinerplatz, where also a tram stop can be found (line 6, 7 and 13).

Address:: Train Station Zurich Enge, Tessinerplatz 10, 8002 Zurich

St. Jakob Church Churches - The others Review

The St. Jakob Church was constructed between 1899 and 1901 in the style of the German neo-Renaissance.

Its 80 m tall tower dominates Zurich's Aussersihl district. It is an open church, which since 1997 is also the contact point for pilgrims.

Directions:
The St. Jakob Church can be found in the street Stauffacher Strasse on the left side of the river Sihl. The nearest tram stop is "Stauffacher" (lines 2, 3, 8, 9, 14).

Address:: St. Jakob Church, Stauffacher Str. 34, 8004 Zurich

Website: http://www.offener-st-jakob.ch/

Fraumuenster Church Churches - Fraumünster Review

The Fraumuenster Church with its adjoining abbey was founded in 853 and rebuilt in 1250. The church consists of a Romanesque choir and a Gothic nave.

The main attraction of the church is probably a set of 5 stained glass windows, which were designed by Marc Chagall. The approximately 10 m high windows can be found in the choir. Unfortunately, taking photos is prohibited here.

A former cloister can be found outside on the southern side of the church. It dates back to 1900 and shows frescos by Paul Bodmer of local legends.

Directions:
The Fraumuenster Church stands at the left bank of the river Limmat and overlooks the lovely Muensterhof Square.

Address:: Fraumuenster Church, Am Münsterhofplatz, 8001 Zurich

Website: http://www.fraumuenster.ch/

Liebfrauen Church Churches - The others Review

The Roman-Catholic Liebfrauen Church was built in the style of an early Christian basilica with a tower looking like a roman campanile.

The church was completed in 1893. At this time it was located outside of the city centre.

Directions:
The Liebfrauen Church can be found at the Zehnderweg 6 in the Unterstrass district of Zurich. It is located about 15 minutes on foot north east of the main railway station. The nearest tram stop is "Haldenegg" (lines 6, 7 and 10).

Address:: Liebfrauen Church, Zehnderweg 9, 8006 Zurich

Website: http://www.kirche-zh.ch/liebfrauen/

St. Peter's Church Churches - St. Peter's Review

St. Peter's Church is the oldest parish church of Zurich. The history of the Romanesque Church dates back to 857.

The tower of St. Peters's Church is home to Europe's largest clock face which is 8.7 m in diameter.

Directions:
St. Peter's Church is one of the main landmarks on the left bank of the Limmat river. The nearst tram stop is "Rathaus" (line 4, 15).

Address: St. Peter's Church, St.-Peter-Hofstatt, 8001 Zurich

Website: http://www.st-peter-zh.ch/

Grossmuenster Church Churches - Grossmünster Review

The Romanesque Grossmuenster Church with its neo-Gothic spires is the main landmark of Zurich's city centre. It played an important role during the reformation in the first half of the 16th century.

The construction of the church started at in the early 12the century and the inauguration took place in 1220. The two towers can be climbed for scenic views of Zurich.

Directions:
The Grossmuenster Church overlooks the eastern bank of the river Limmat. The nearest tram stop is "Rathaus" (line 4, 15).

Address: Grossmuenster Church, Grossmuensterplatz 4, 8001 Zurich

Website: http://www.grossmuenster.ch/

Town Hall Limmatquai Review

Zurich's historic Town Hall (Rathaus) was built under the supervision of J.H. Holzhalb between 1694 and 1698.

The baroque building is richly ornamented and it is still the seat of the city and cantonal parliaments.

Directions:
The Town Hall is located at the Limmatquai on the right bank of the River Limmat; just in the heart of the Old Town. The nearest tram stop is "Rathaus" (line 4, 15).

Lindenhof Lindenhof Review

The Lindenhof is a quaint square on a little hill in the heart of Zurich's old town. It offers magnificient views of the eastern bank of the river Limmat and the surrounding hills.

As well as that, remains of a Roman castle from a time when Zurich was called Turicum can be found here.

Directions:
The Lindenhof is situated at the western bank of the river Limmat. The nearest tram stop is "Rennweg" (line 6, 7, 11, 13).