Neuchâtel
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Neuchâtel is the capital city of the Swiss canton of the same name, situated on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. The city is famous for its medieval castle, which was founded by Rudolph III of Burgundy in 1011. It serves as a major hub for the Swiss watchmaking and high-tech micro-technology industries.
Statistics
Area
18.06 km²
Population
31,740