Day 9: Zurich and Day Trip to Rhinefall

Zurich is the main city of Switzerland and a great base to venture out for day trip to Rhinefall. Rhinefall is easily reached by train from Zurich in slight over one hour. If time permits, one may even travel further to Germany's famous black forest.

This is Rhinefall

To stand high above Europe's largest waterfall, feeling the roar and vibration of the water over one's entire body is really quite an experience. I can't help but feel amazed by the creation of mother's nature.

There were tickets for sales four tourists to take various boats out to the waterfall and reaching certain segments of Rhine fall. Once the boat neared the waterfall, we can feel the power of the rushing water and were half-wet when the water splashed on us. We decided to take a boat to the middle section that allowed us to climb up the rock to have a glimpse of the entire Rhinefall. And if you can't get enough, you are always welcome to visit the castle chateau up at the hill.

Lastly, a trip to Rhinefall wouldn't be complete without a piece of black forest cake. Absolutely creamy and tasty!

We didn't spent much time at Zurich but I feel that the city has its charm. In particular,

I would like to comment on a modern and quirky hotel - 25Hrs @ Langstrasse. The hotel's location is perfect, close to food paradise and shopping district. I love the entire interior decor of the hotel, bright, cheery and of a mix of industrial design. Look at the pictures and you will agree with me.

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