Place des Nations
Overview
Intro
The impressive Place des Nations is Geneva’s contribution to world peace. At the heart of international Geneva, this agora provides a forum for global citizens to challenge public opinion and diplomats.
Located in the extension of the eastern entrance of the Palais des Nations, the Place des Nations is a decidedly contemporary work. On the ground, there is the contrast between the granite of various colours representing the diversity of nations, and the concrete strips that are the traditional building material of Geneva. A dozen water jets of varying heights shoot up directly from the ground. The square is also home to the gigantic "Broken Chair", symbol of the fight against landmines and the fresco of peace, a huge ceramic mosaic created by Swiss artist Hans Erni at the age of 100.
Discover the surroundings
Contact
Geneva Tourism
Place de Cornavin 7
1er étage
1211
Genève
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)22 909 70 00
Fax +41 (0)22 909 70 11
info@geneve.com
geneve.com
Facebook
Twitter
Show Route