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Frescoes in Lucerne, Switzerland


Walking around Lucerne's Old Town was like stepping back in time.  The mainly car free streets, the gray cobblestones, charming little cafes, colorful souvenir shops, blooming flowers hanging from the balconies, and small stores filled with sweet smelling chocolate, were enough to make one feel happy, sentimental and romantic.

Another aspect of the Old Town that I fell in love with were the beautifully decorated buildings. The 15th Century buildings with stunning artwork on their facades depicting medieval life or some contemporary scenes were simply extraordinary. 

 I was able to find information on a few of the buildings.



 








 "Marriage at Canaan" 1928
 




























  This was my favorite building, it was just exquisite in person.



The Pfistern Guldhall, with the Pfistern family tree and local coats of arms of various families which lived in the city.





 This building depicts William Tell and his family.  William Tell was a legendary Swiss hero who fought for independence and helped to spur the people to rise up against Austrian rule.






Dornach house, 1900.  A neo-gothic design with a fresco which is dedicated to the Swiss victory in the Battle of Dornach.  In 1499 the troops of emperor Maximilian I were beaten by the Old Swiss confederacy and  Switzerland became independent from the Roman Empire.





 

Lucerne was a joy to visit, we would like to come back, maybe with kids this time. 

Joanna
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