Geneva is not known to be a haven for tourists for nothing. One visit is enough to make you fall head over heels in love with this place! Most interesting `must visit` places in Geneva include:

Batiment Des Forces Motrices:Built in 1886, this was the first hydro electric plant in Geneva. This huge building serves as a massive opera house today, having a capacity to accommodate 985 people.

Carouge:Carouge is a neighboring town of Geneva, modeled after the French city of Nice. Located just over L`Arve River, this Mediterranean style hamlet where artisans and craftsmen can be seen plying different trades.

Mount Saleve:Mount Saleve sits pretty at a distance of just 5 km from the Geneva city center. Almost like a background to the city, this mountain offers a bird`s eye view of the city from the top. A cable car can take you the peak from where you can enjoy the fascinating views of the city and Mount Alps.

Plainpalais Cemetery:Resting place of the Geneva city`s known and famous citizens, the Plainpalais Cemetery features interesting gravestones that date back to 1482. Prominent citizens who rest here include the likes of James Fazy, John Calvin, Henri Dufour, Augustin de Candolleand Sergio Vieira de Mello, who was the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Geneva is a quite favorite tourist destination, as well as a destination with one of the largest inflow of business travelers. 120 plus hotels in the city takes care of the accommodation needs of such millions of travelers and visitors who flock to this city each year.

City Center:Hotel Le Richemond is a great hotel with a modern design and spectacular views of the Alps. A 19th century hotel, The H`tel d`Angleterre features a very interestingly named bar called The Library. The beautiful lobby of Beau Rivage has a large marble fountain. Home to Empress Elisabeth of Austria in the past, this is an ideal option for the ones looking for true class and style. Noga Hilton Gen`ve carries the legacy and truly represents the Hilton brand. For something more reasonable, you could try the Hotel Eden.

Les Pquis & Les Eaux-Vives:If greenery is what you`d prefer to see, stay at the H`tel Mon-Repos, which is quite close to the Mon-Repos park and Botanical Gardens. President Wilson has a classic 17th century design but offers all modern amenities and a luxurious stay. Kipling Hotel is the best option near the United Nations, whereas Hotel Diplomate and H`tel Century Gen`ve lies close to the Eaux-Vives shopping mall and many restaurants.

Old City:A family owned and operated hotel, Hotel Bel`Esperance is the ideal accommodation option for long term stays. Hotel Les Armures with 17th century designing has quite a historical feel to it and lies in close proximity to the St. Peters Cathedral and all the public transport options. Hotel Les Nations is for you if you are on the lookout for a moderately priced accommodation and prefer to stay amidst some great eating options. It is also located close to the United Nations and is a hot favorite amongst diplomats.

A valid passport is required by all nationals intending to visit Geneva, except EU nationals, except for Bulgaria and Romania, having a valid national ID.

A valid visa is required by all nationals desirous of visiting Geneva, except British, Australian, Canadian, USA and other EU nationals.

July and August is the most favored time to visit Geneva. This is also the time when Geneva hotels hike up their prices to exorbitant levels. June and September experience unsettling weather and are slightly cooler. Owing to Geneva`s altitude, the temperature doesn`t rise higher than 25 degree Celsius but can dip below zero degrees Celsius. October to April is the best time to visit for ski lovers.

Due to its location between the Jura range and the Alps, Geneva experiences quite lively winter weather as in any other time of the year. Warm and sunny days are in plenty in July and August. June and September are warm too but is also the time when you wouldn`t be bothered too much by the crowd. The high altitude of the city also ensures year round rainfall.

Currency:Currency used in Geneva is Switzerland Francs (CHF). ATMs, banks and bureau de change can be easily found throughout Germany. It is however advisable that you get some amount of your currency exchanged for Swiss currency before you step in Geneva. Euro is also readily accepted at most places.

Language:Geneva is an international city with up to 40% of its population coming from outside Switzerland. 3 official languages of the country are: Italian, German and French. French is the pre-dominant language, whereas English is spoken and understood by one fourth of the population and foreigners.