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About Zurich

 

Today we are going to introduce the city of Zurich. A beautiful city in one of the best countries in the world, namely Switzerland, which is located next to the great weather, has an indescribable nature and has many tourist attractions and entertainment. Zurich is full of activity day and night, with countless festivals, many museums and delicious food, as well as Switzerland's most vibrant nightlife. Of course, it is not only entertainment and sightseeing that makes this city important and there are many characteristics in Zurich that make it not only a tourist destination, but also a great city to stay.

where is zurich?

 

 

Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland and the capital of the canton province, is located in the north of this country. Geographically, this city is located at the northern end of Lake Zurich and is surrounded by hills, and most importantly, it is the financial, cultural and industrial center of Switzerland.

But before we mention everything about the city of Zurich. Let's get some information about the important cities of this country. Cities, each with their own characteristics, play an important role in the development of Switzerland.

Interlaken: One of the top cities in Switzerland, the Interlaken region is a great destination for the world's most adventurous athletes. A trip to Interlaken is a journey through history as well as nature. Seeing the world of natural glaciers of the Alps and the north wall of the Eiger is attractive for everyone.

Geneva: Geneva, the center of the canton of Geneva, Switzerland, is located in the southwestern part of the country. The city is also located on the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman), the province's largest body of water, and is bordered by the Jura Mountains to the west and the French Alps to the east. The existence of natural attractions has turned this city into a tourist destination.

Lausanne (Lausanne): Lausanne is located on the northeastern shore of the beautiful Lake Geneva, the largest lake in Western Europe, the capital of Vaud and the fourth largest city in Switzerland. The city has a long and extraordinary history that dates back to when the Romans settled and camped nearby, making it an active and attractive tourist destination and home to several important institutions, including the International Olympic Committee and the Federal Court.

Bern: Switzerland's main and often overlooked capital has a wealth of historical and modern monuments, from its medieval old town to urban swimming on the Aare River, from the capital's many attractions to government and parliament buildings. This city is also the seat of the Swiss government and parliament. The center of Swiss intellectual life, Bern is a relaxing place to relax and spend a relaxing holiday.

Introducing the city of Zurich, in the neighborhood of nature!

 

 

Zurich is a city that has a lot of diversity. A city where urban life is never far from nature. The old part of the city can be found next to the modern area. Shops and boutiques with luxury brands, ideal comfort and entertainment facilities, quiet parks and cafes, restaurants with a view of the forest and mountains, are all characteristics of this city. Indeed, living in the city of Zurich is kind of dreamy and great.

The existence of exhibitions, museums, various festivals and the opera house have made Zurich known as the cultural capital of Switzerland. On the other hand, the historical and scenic places of the city, such as churches, old buildings and some symbolic squares and streets of the city, created many attractions to see, so that Zurich eventually became one of the tourist destinations.

General information of the city of Zurich

City name: Zürich

Language: German, French, Italian and Romanian

Religion: Christianity

Population: 420,000 people

Currency: Franc with the abbreviation CHF

Time difference between Iran and Zurich: Iran is 2 hours ahead.

Duration of flights from Tehran to Zurich: 5 hours and 48 minutes

Zurich city weather

Zurich is the coldest part of Switzerland with an average temperature above 12 degrees Celsius. The climate is strangely similar to that of Central Europe. In other words, the weather is cold and wet, and only a few months of beautiful summer occur throughout the year. This city rarely gets really hot. Therefore, the best time to travel is from April to September.

The state of education and universities in Zurich

 

 

In introducing the city of Zurich, we intend to introduce you to the state of education in this city. In fact, the presence of several prestigious universities in this city with good international rankings has made Zurich an important center for education and research.

two universities, ETH Zurich and University of Zurich; Based on international rankings, both are highly elite among European research and educational institutions. In addition, a number of famous Nobel Prize winners, such as Erwin Schrödinger, Wilhelm Konrad Röntgen and Albert Einstein, were students or professors here.

ETH Zurich University

This university offers mainly technical courses in the fields of engineering, science, mathematics and civil engineering. The main research focus areas are medicine, sustainability, manufacturing technologies, and data science or machine learning. Scientists from all over the world can benefit from the most advanced research infrastructure in this university.

University of Zurich

The University of Zurich has a wide range of study courses and consists of seven faculties: Law, Economics, Medicine, Science and Social Sciences. Scientists at the University of Zurich can also carry out their outstanding research in the fields of medicine, immunology, genetics, neuroscience and structural biology, as well as in economics, with excellent facilities.

Commuting and sightseeing in Zurich

 

 

The experience of living in the city of Zurich has shown that commuting using its extensive transportation system is very comfortable and easy. Because Zurich Public Transport (VBZ) is a network of trams, trains, buses, cable cars and boats created to help travelers get around Zurich and its suburbs. Especially the tram is a good way to get around.

Cost of living in Zurich

In introducing the city of Zurich, we come to one of the most important and frequently asked questions, namely the cost of living in this city. It must be said that Zurich is one of the most popular cities in Switzerland, it also welcomes expats, businesses and students due to its culture, traditions and great job opportunities. However, the average cost of living in Zurich is $3,060 for a family, $1,760 for a student, and $1,860 for a single person (bachelor).

Rent costs are $2,500 per month for a family of three and a couple, $1,760 for international students, and $1,300 for a single person. The cost of living in Zurich largely depends on where you live, the average rent for an apartment/house in the typical area is $1,800 per month.

Summary of the cost of living in Zurich

Average monthly cost: $1,800

For one person: $1,860

For an international student: $1,760

For a couple: $2,500

For a family of 3: $3060

Conditions for obtaining a Zurich visa

 

Economic center, academic city and exceptional metropolis with high quality of life; Zurich has all the advantages of a green and modern city at the foot of the Alps, with excellent infrastructure and a strong network of business, education and ambitious start-ups. The city is also a center for research, development, business formation and innovation, as well as a great place to live. We have said all this so that you know that the city of Zurich is an ideal and excellent destination for living. Depending on what your purpose of travel is and what your conditions are, choose to stay in this city by choosing one of the study, business and work visas.

 

The closest airport to Zurich is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 9.4 km away. By creating an airport transportation system such as bus, taxi, train and tram, you can easily reach the city center in 10 to 20 minutes.

Other nearby airports include Basel (BSL) (80.8 km), Mulhouse (MLH) (80.8 km), Memmingen (FMM) (143.8 km) and Stuttgart (STR) (154.7 km).

Rules and culture of the city of Zurich

In introducing the city of Zurich, we intend to introduce you to some of the customs of the people of this city:

The people of Zurich and the Swiss in general attach great importance to punctuality. So don't be late!

In the first meeting, they usually speak formally, shake hands and look directly into each other's eyes.

Zurich people always wear neat and stylish clothes and the way they dress is important to them.

In Swiss society, littering on the streets is unacceptable. This is also an act punishable by law.

Elderly people are highly respected in this country. Therefore, Swiss people expect the same from you and other foreigners. You should always respect the elderly by giving up your seat.

If you like chewing gum, try not to chew it in public. The Swiss consider it impolite and provocative.

The Swiss don't like loud people. You should be silent when you are in public places or in closed places such as public transport.