Why are there no dogs allowed in Park Baud-Bovy? Look around this vibrant park. It’s filled with the laughter of children playing, the rustling leaves of over 300 elm trees, and the joyous shouts of friends enjoying a picnic. This bustling park, nestled in the heart of Geneva, wasn’t always a place of leisure. Before the joyous shouts and children’s laughter, this very spot hosted Geneva’s Palais des Expositions for almost fifty years. Imagine the roar of engines during the last car show in 1981, the year before the halls fell silent. Only twenty years ago, in 2000, Park Baud-Bovy emerged, a verdant oasis named after a celebrated Genevan writer and art historian, Daniel Baud-Bovy. Today, the park’s gravel paths invite you to stroll amongst its shaded areas, discover hidden benches, or simply bask in the lively atmosphere. But remember, as you enjoy the peace of Park Baud-Bovy, dogs, even on leashes, are strictly forbidden. This ensures that everyone can savor the tranquility and beauty of this urban oasis, just as Daniel Baud-Bovy himself might have envisioned.
Monument des Communes réunies Statue
Carouge in 1816. Imagine the whispers, the hushed excitement as 24 communes decided to join the canton of Geneva. This