Geneva!
Trip Start
Sep 23, 2008
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Trip End
Dec 11, 2008
Geneva,
Geneva,
Switzerland
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Unfortunately, I initially had a harder time navigating the streets of Geneva than the other Swiss cities I was in. I couldn't find the tourist info. place, and I didn't have a map. But eventually I found out how to get around a bit. The old city was similar to other old cities, narrow, stone streets. The cathedral was pretty cool, it was this grand old cathedral with this ultra modern looking organ in it. And I went to a 'museum' for swiss army knives but it turned out to be someone's old collection in a display case in this store that sold swiss army knives. It was cool though.
That night I went out to eat with my couchsurfing host Nadia (who is wonderful) and we got a traditional Swiss meal, Cheese Fondue. It was delicious. They served a very soft beef jerky like meat with it, and you ate that while they heated up your cheese. Then when the cheese was ready, they gave you some bread and you dipped the bread and bam you got cheese fondue.
Today I went to CERN, home of the largest particle accelerator in the world. I wasn't allowed to see the accelerator, but I did get to see a small exhibit entitled 'Microcosms,' and it was like a small MOST exhibit. There was a cool video though that detailed CERN's discovery of the W and Z Bosons in 1983, which provided further evidence for the electroweak section of the Standard Model theory.
I also went to a museum of the military history of Geneva. It sucked.
So far I've had beautiful weather here in Geneva. A nice turnaround after the chill that swept over Lucerne the morning I was leaving. Hopefully the nice weather will continue into Torino, which is where I'm going next!
Comments
Warm Welcome
Daniel:
Tell us more about your welcoming dinner with Nadia's family.
HI
Daniel,
HI today I didn't have school because of a jewish holiday.I stayed at home and did some homework :(
I also got mor stuff for the Guinia Pig cage.
I'll send you a picture when I get them.
Miss you lots.
Love Sophia
Your CERN visit
Daniel, It's amazing you visited CERN. There was just a clip on 60Minutes(I think), maybe 20/20, that showcased that place and how it's a particle physicist dream job. I couldn't believe what they are trying to accomplish. I thought about how I wish you could see this because you are right over there and it's a totally amazing place. No surprise really, you were already aware. It's great to read about your adventures. I love you, Keep the peace, Love,Aunt Sue
Happy for you!
Hi Daniel,
I have enjoyed the entries. Keep them coming!
Love, U. Rick
hello Daniel
Loved all your entries -what an awesome experience your having!- I'm sure it'll have it's ups and downs-just find the good in all your experiences, they're there. Just returned today from our sisters weekend -lots of fun! -glad your loving Chasing Rumi - I read it 3 times and love it each time! Much love, A.Patty
european trip--great!!
Your comments about Switz brings back great memories of the many times i was in Switz when I was stationed in Germany.
I am anxiously waiting for your comments on Italy
Love--Poppa
Re: Warm Welcome
Oh yeah! Nadia's brothers came over for a dinner and Nadia cooked this amazing gourmet meal! It had some of the most spectacular desserts I've ever tasted, Fruit Kebab over a bowl of chocolate and caramel mousse.