Outline of Geneva
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The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Geneva:
Geneva –
Contents
- 1 General reference
- 2 Geography of Geneva
- 2.1 Location of Geneva
- 2.2 Environment of Geneva
- 2.3 Areas of Geneva
- 2.4 Locations in Geneva
- 2.4.1 Bridges in Geneva
- 2.4.2 Cultural and exhibition centres in Geneva
- 2.4.3 Fountains in Geneva
- 2.4.4 Monuments and memorials in Geneva
- 2.4.5 Museums and art galleries in Geneva
- 2.4.6 Palaces and villas in Geneva
- 2.4.7 Parks and gardens in Geneva
- 2.4.8 Public squares in Geneva
- 2.4.9 Religious buildings in Geneva
- 2.4.10 Secular buildings in Geneva
- 2.4.11 Streets in Geneva
- 2.4.12 Theatres in Geneva
- 2.5 Demographics of Geneva
- 3 Government and politics of Geneva
- 4 History of Geneva
- 5 Culture of Geneva
- 6 Economy and infrastructure of Geneva
- 7 Education in Geneva
- 8 Healthcare in Geneva
- 9 See also
- 10 References
- 11 External links
General reference[edit]
- Pronunciation: English: /dʒɪˈniːvə/; French: Genève [ʒənɛv]; Arpitan: Genèva [dzəˈnɛva]; German: Genf [ɡɛnf]; Italian: Ginevra [dʒiˈneːvra]; Romansh: Genevra;[1]
- Common English name(s): Geneva
- Official English name(s): Geneva
- Adjectival(s): Genevan, Genevese
- Demonym(s): Genevan, Genevese
Geography of Geneva[edit]
- Geneva is:
- a city
- capital of the Canton of Geneva
- Population of Geneva: 198,979
- Area of Geneva: 15.92 km2 (6.15 sq mi)
- Atlas of Geneva
| Geneva | |
|---|---|
Location within Switzerland | |
| Coordinates: 46°12′N 6°09′E / 46.200°N 6.150°E |
Location of Geneva[edit]
- Geneva is situated within the following regions:
- Time zone(s):
- Central European Time (UTC+01)
- In Summer (DST): Central European Summer Time (UTC+02)
Environment of Geneva[edit]
Natural geographic features of Geneva[edit]
- Islands in Geneva
- Lakes in Geneva
- Rivers in Geneva
- Rocks in Geneva
Areas of Geneva[edit]
Districts of Geneva[edit]
Neighborhoods in Geneva[edit]
Locations in Geneva[edit]
Bridges in Geneva[edit]
The Jet d'Eau
Cultural and exhibition centres in Geneva[edit]
Fountains in Geneva[edit]
Monuments and memorials in Geneva[edit]
Museums and art galleries in Geneva[edit]
The Russian Church
- Barbier-Mueller Museum
- Institut et Musée Voltaire
- International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
- MAMCO
- Musée Ariana
- Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
- Musée d'ethnographie de Genève
- Musée d'histoire des sciences
- Musée Rath
- Natural History Museum
Palaces and villas in Geneva[edit]
Parks and gardens in Geneva[edit]
- Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva
- Jardin Anglais
- Parc des Eaux Vives
- Parc La Grange
Public squares in Geneva[edit]
Religious buildings in Geneva[edit]
- Basilica of Our Lady of Geneva
- Calvin Auditory
- Evangelical Free Church of Geneva
- Russian Church
- St. Pierre Cathedral
Secular buildings in Geneva[edit]
- Bâtiment des Forces motrices
- Centre William Rappard
- Immeuble Clarté
- Maison de la paix
- Palace of Nations
- RHINO
Streets in Geneva[edit]
Theatres in Geneva[edit]
Demographics of Geneva[edit]
Government and politics of Geneva[edit]
The World Intellectual Property Organization headquarters
International organizations based in Geneva[edit]
Law and order in Geneva[edit]
History of Geneva[edit]
History of Geneva, by period or event[edit]
- Beginnings and early Middle Ages
- Geneva first appears in history as an Allobrogian border town.
- Geneva during the 18th century
- Geneva during the 19th century
- Geneva flourished in the 19th and 20th centuries, becoming the seat of many international organizations.
- Geneva during the 20th century
History of Geneva, by subject[edit]
Culture of Geneva[edit]
Former École des arts industriels building, a cultural property of national significance in Geneva
Interior of Conservatoire de Musique de Genève
The auditorium of Grand Théâtre de Genève
Arts in Geneva[edit]
Architecture of Geneva[edit]
Cinema of Geneva[edit]
Music of Geneva[edit]
- Music festivals and competitions in Geneva
- Music schools in Geneva
- Music venues in Geneva
- Musical ensembles in Geneva
- Musicians from Geneva
Theatre of Geneva[edit]
Visual arts of Geneva[edit]
Fireworks at the Fêtes de Genève, 2012
The Geneva Motor Show (2008)
Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century
Émile Taddéoli, Swiss aviation pioneer born in Geneva in 1879
Public art in Geneva
Languages of Geneva
- Newspapers in Geneva
- Radio and television in Geneva
Traditions and customs in Geneva
Religion in Geneva[edit]
- Catholicism in Geneva
- Islam in Geneva
- Judaism in Geneva
Sports in Geneva[edit]
- Basketball in Geneva
- Football in Geneva
- Association football in Geneva
- Ice hockey In Geneva
- Sports competitions in Geneva
- Sports venues in Geneva
Economy and infrastructure of Geneva[edit]
- Communications in Geneva
- Financial services in Geneva
- Hotels in Geneva
- Tourism in Geneva
Transportation in Geneva[edit]
- Public transport operators in Geneva
- Air transport in Geneva
- Maritime transport in Geneva
- Road transport in Geneva
Rail transport in Geneva[edit]
Rail transport in Geneva
- Railway stations in Geneva
- Trams in Geneva
Education in Geneva[edit]
University of Geneva (Uni Bastions)
- International school in Geneva
- Universities in Geneva
- Research institutes in Geneva
Healthcare in Geneva[edit]
- Hospitals in Geneva