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Sprawling along the bank of Lake Geneva, this vibrant city is full of culture, arts, history, restaurants, and nightlife.

Lausanne boasts 46 sites that are listed as Swiss heritage site of national significance including museums and religious sites. The entire old city of Lausanne and the Vernand-Dessus region are listed in the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. The Orchestre de chambre de Lausanne, the Lausanne Opera and the Ensemble vocal de Lausanne provide a diverse and rich musical life. In January, the Prix de Lausanne, a dance competition, takes place at the Palais de Beaulieu, attracting dancers from all over the world. Each July, the Festival de la cite is held in the old part of town, as well as other annual music festivals. Lausanne is also the home of the Bejart Ballet.

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Lausanne, Switzerland

Lausanne by Cristian Bortes

Sprawling along the bank of Lake Geneva, this vibrant city is full of culture, arts, history, restaurants, and nightlife.
Lausanne Cathedral

Lausanne city centre by eGuide Travel

A lovely Gothic construction, this 13C cathedral boasts a wealth of ornamentation, including a collection of historic sculptures.
Historic Center, Lausanne

Escaliers du marché by Carsten

Shop your way through the little markets that line Lausanne’s medieval historic center.
Olympic Museum, Lausanne

Olympic Museum, Lausanne, Switzerland by Rebecca Bollwitt

Dedicated to the Olympic games and sports in general, this museum houses over 10,000 artifacts and features a sculpture garden.
Collection de l'Art Brut, Lausanne

Collection de l'Art Brut by cene w.k.

A collection of Outsider Art, produced by artists outside of conventional society, such as the mentally ill, children, or autodidacts.
Rumine Palace, Lausanne

Palais de Rumine by Jonathan Khoo

An elegant 19C palace boasting fine Florentine Renaissance architecture, home to exhibits on fine arts, geology, history, and more.
Ouchy, Lausanne

Latin Salsa Party, Ouchy, Lausanne by vinylmeister

A promenade on the shore of Lake Geneva, popular with skaters and the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon or a stroll.

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