The majestic Basel City Hall, situated in the heart of the town serves as the headquarters, for the Basel government and parliament. Its eye catching red exterior, tower and intricate facade paintings are truly impressive.
The paintings of the Basel Town Hall show events and symbols sharing stories from Basels past and Switzerland. One notable example is the scenes from the Basel Dance of Death a series of paintings displayed on the exterior.
The Dance of Death portrays death inviting individuals from backgrounds to dance serving as a reminder of their mortality. This portrayal holds historical value within the town halls artwork.
Exploring the council chambers, inner courtyard, picturesque arcades and grand tower makes a visit to the town hall truly rewarding. Originally constructed to replace the government seat post earthquake it underwent renovations when Basel became part of the Swiss Confederation.
The coats of arms representing the 12 members who united with the canton to form the Confederation were displayed on the battlements. In the century enhancements were made to include illusionist paintings by artist Hans Bock on the façade. Subsequent expansions in 1900 added a wing and a distinctive tower on the side.
Visiting Basel City Hall offers insights, into both its significance and political history.
Visitors can step into the past. Enjoy the rooms and stunning architecture for a captivating journey, through history.
Video Basel Town Hall {Rathaus Basel} Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Video Basel (Switzerland) [2020] | EPIC drone in 4K
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Video My Basel – Cinematic FPV
This summer, we captured Basel from an extraordinary perspective, using an FPV drone to fly between bridges, soar over church spires and swoop down towers. The technology of the FPV drone enables breathtaking shots and takes you on a journey through the skies of this dream city.
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