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Old Town

Luzern Altstadt

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4.9/5

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No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Central Switzerland

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Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 hours

Address:

Löwengraben 8, 6004 Luzern, Switzerland

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Phone:Ticket inquiry: +41-412271717

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The Lion Monument is a must-see when traveling in Lucerne, Switzerland. In the old town of Lucerne, walk through the bustling streets and enter the simple iron gate. There is a clear lake and a huge cliff. In the center of the cliff, the Lion Monument built in 1821 is clearly visible. In the stone cave carved out in the middle of the 6-meter-high and 10-meter-wide monument, a dying lion lies weakly on the ground, with unyielding resentment in his eyes, sharp arrows piercing his back, and Swiss cross shields scattered around him. Above the lion statue is engraved Latin: Dedicated to the loyal and brave Switzerland; the text below records the moving history commemorated... At that time, Switzerland was a poor small country. Men forced to make a living went to various European countries as mercenaries, and they were loyal to their duties and brave. During the French Revolution in 1792, when the mob attacked the Tuileries Palace in Paris on August 10, all 786 Swiss mercenary officers and soldiers in the guard were killed in order to protect King Louis XVI and the Queen.

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The old city of Lucerne retains many ancient buildings in the Middle Ages. The Capel Bridge is crossed over the quiet Reuss River. The latter passes through the city and connects Lucerne into two districts, old and new. There are sheets on both sides of the river. The outdoor cafe is a good place to relax. Here, you can take a break with a cup of coffee and watch the tourists coming and going and the white swans playing in the water.

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