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Basel: A cultural tour de force on the Rhine River

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The city of Basel looks back at almost 2000 years of history and combines the very best of Swiss tradition with a cultural agenda to match.

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A vibrant fusion of ancient and contemporary, Basel is a cultural tour de force, boasting world-renowned museums and avant-garde architectural marvels. Perched along the Rhine River, the city harmoniously marries Swiss, French, and German influences, resulting in a truly international experience. Basel's vibrant arts scene is further accentuated by its rich history and lively festivals, such as Art Basel and the whimsical Basler Fasnacht.

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Promoting a high-calibre exchange of ideas around current topics of relevance across several sectors, a new event platform created by Swiss Deluxe Hotels and partners Audi Switzerland and Prestige Magazine introduces a high-profile stage for impact-generating issues.

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“One bite and I’m transported straight back to my childhood” says Christian Aeby.

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A treasure hunt is so much more than just a clever way of attracting families to traditional hotels like the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel. This is exactly the kind of adventure that can boost a child’s confidence and help them come out of their shell. What parent wouldn’t be happy with that?

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Art Basel, founded by Basel gallerists Ernst Beyeler, Trudl Bruckner, and Balz Hilt, launches with 90 galleries and 20 publishers from 10 countries, attracting 16,300 visitors at the inaugural show.

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