Situated at the intersection of France, Germany and Switzerland along the Rhine River in northern Switzerland, Basel is rightly called as the cultural capital of Switzerland.

Attractions of Basel

Basel is famous for its ancient masked carnival, which is also known as Fasnache. It is three-day carnival festival starting on Monday after Mardi Gras. Another attraction of Basel is ART International Contemporary Art Fair which is the largest art event of its kind in the world whereas Vogel Gryff is medieval festival held in January on the Rhine in which attracts large tourist from all over the world.

Famous Museum in Basel

• Museum der Kulturen Basel (Museum of Ethnology) houses one of the Europe’s largest collections of European and non-European cultural life
• Museen Basel
• Basel Cartoon Museum
• Swiss Sports Museum

River Rhine is not only a trade artery, but also offers exceptionally mild climate to relax and indulge in sports.