Difference between revisions of "Sion"
Revision as of 14:10, 1 November 2009Sion is a city in Valais in Switzerland.
Get inThe rail system is probably the easiest way to make it into Sion. The route the goes through Sion starts from Brig and goes toawrds Montreux. Get aroundThis area is excellent for hiking in in alpine valley. See Swiss Architecture and go up the hills in the edge of town which has the Church and Castle located on top of them. SeeThe Basilique de Valère and the Château de Tourbillon are must sees in Sion. They are relitively easy to walk to and the views are breathtaking. Do Basilique de Valère - The Valère basilica (Basilique de Valère), is a fortified church situated in Sion. The church (Notre-Dame de Valère) was built during the 12th and 13th centuries and obtained the rank of minor basilica at the time of the visit of Pope John Paul II in 1984. This church is a sample of genuin Swiss architecture. Château de Tourbillon - The Tourbillon castle (Château de Tourbillon) is a castle in Sion in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It is situated on a hill and faces the Basilique de Valère, located on the opposite hill. The castle is currently in a state of ruins following a fire in 1788. FC Sion - FC Sion is a top league Swiss soccer team located in town. If a person is in town when there is a game going on, it is highly recomended to see it.
BuyEatThere are many stores located on the main street. DrinkSleepPlan wisely, this area can be a little expensive depending on the time of year. And during the winter months many Hotels and Hostels will be closed so if one is plaining on making Sion more then a day trip, try to come after April. ContactGet outIt is only a half hour train trip from Montreux and Château de Chillon which is one of Switzerland's most famous castles.
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