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Statue of Helvetia
Statue of Helvetia Review
What would the woman pictured on most Swiss coins do if freed from the confines of currency? With spear and shield set aside (and with a packed suitcase in hand), this humanistic interpretation shows her seemingly contemplating the possibilities from a perch not far from the border of her homeland and the wide world beyond.
- Address: On the edge of Mittlere Rheinbrücke, Kleinbasel, Basel, 4058
- Location: Kleinbasel
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· Forums Trip Reports
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·Italy Forum, Switzerland Forum
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Good day.
This is our first visit to Italy.(We are no expert nor seasoned travelers). Our latest plan is
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Arts & Culture, Events
The Swiss city of Basel is getting ready to host to the who's who of the art world yet again, with the... Read more
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