Reformation Wall - Paul Landowski
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Walk down the ramp and turn right, google maps doesn't show the correct location (oct. 2024) amazing sculpture. See the story behind them below sourced W I KI P E DI A. The Wall is in the grounds of the University of Geneva, which was founded by John Calvin, and was built to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Calvin's birth and the 350th anniversary of the university's establishment. It is built into the old city walls, and the monument's location there is designed to represent the integral importance of the fortifications, and therefore of the city of Geneva, to the Reformation. The monument was the culmination of a contest launched to transform that part of the park. The contest involved 71 proposals from around the world, and was won by four Swiss architects: Charles Dubois, Alphonse Laverrière, Eugène Monod, and Jean Taillens (whose other design came third).[2] The sculptures were then created by two French sculptors: Paul Landowski and Henri Bouchard.[3][4] During the Reformation, Geneva was the centre of Calvinism, and its history and heritage since the sixteenth century has been closely linked to that of Protestantism. Due to the close connections to that theology, the individuals most prominently depicted on the Wall were Calvinists; nonetheless, key figures in other theologies are also included. At the centre of the monument, four 5 metre-tall statues of Calvinism's main proponents are depicted: William Farel (1489–1565) John Calvin (1509–1564) Theodore Beza (1519–1605) John Knox (c.1513–1572)
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The really amazing place the Landowski worked with Bouchard on this piece. The four main figures (John Calvin, William Farel, Theodore Beza and John Knox) were carved together by both sculptors it was inaugurated in 1909 the monument is covered by a beautiful park . The monument was the culmination of a contest launched to transform that part of the park. The contest involved 71 proposals from around the world, and was won by four Swiss architects: Charles Dubois, Alphonse Laverrière, Eugène Monod, and Jean Taillens (whose other design came third).The sculptures were then created by two French sculptors: Paul Landowski and Henri Bouchard. If you ever go to Geneva never miss this place
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Located in the beautiful park, Parc des Bastions, the Reformation Wall is one of Geneva’s attractions. And it is just a short walk from Old Town. The inscriptions on the wall depicts the history (Including one with The Lord’s Prayer) in English, French & German. It’s definitely worth a visit and at the same time, take a stroll through the beautiful park and enjoy all that it has to offer. From big chess boards, table tennis, a cafe along with big open grass patches suitable for picnics and workouts!
Michelle KamMichelle Kam
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The International Monument to the Reformation, usually known as the Reformation Wall. Built into the old city walls of Geneva, the Reformation Wall overlooks the Parc des Bastions. ... The imposing Reformation Wall stands in the Parc des Bastions, portraying the major figures of the Reformation in the form of huge statues. The monument also includes important events and documents that changed the world as we know it today. Nice park around and can spent or rest there for hours.
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A must visit if you're interested in history, specially the history of Christianity and story of protestants and Calvinism. It is located in a nice park in the center of University of Geneva. This wall has a big history behind it which I suggest you defread up on Wikipedia as you're standing in front of it to make the feelings more real. Sit by the small water beneath it and think about everything that has happened thanks to the courage of this people.
Nima SalamiNima Salami
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This place was lovely. The information was very interesting and the sculputerd were breathtaking. There was a little fountain children could put their feet in on a hot summer day. It was very fun. The thing to remember is that it is just a mural with French writing, so if "vous ne parlez pas Français", it would be quite difficult to understand the history written on it. It is also just a sculpture on a wall, not much else.
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Prom. des Bastions 1, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
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The International Monument to the Reformation, usually known as the Reformation Wall, was inaugurated in 1909 in Geneva, Switzerland. It honours many of the main individuals, events, and documents of the Protestant Reformation by depicting them in statues and bas-reliefs.
attractions: Jardin Anglais, MANOR Genève, The Flower Clock, St Pierre Cathedral, Muséum d'histoire naturelle, Brunswick Monument, Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, Patek Philippe Museum, Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva, Place du Bourg-de-Four, restaurants: Kiosque des Bastions, Pizzeria Ristorante Molino Molard, White Rabbit - Brunch & Co, Restaurant Les Armures, Luigia, Brasserie Lipp, Le Relais de l'Entrecôte, Black Tap, White Rabbit - Brunch & Co, Restaurant Le Lacustre

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