166: Zurich
Zurich, the capital of the Swiss canton of Zurich, is the largest city in Switzerland and the richest city in all of Europe.
As soon as Gu Xier came here, it was like going home, and the look of sorrow was revealed from his bones.
It's home to billionaires from all over the world.
The city with the highest overall living indicators in the world.
The city is divided by the Limmat River into east and west, and is also divided into the new town and the old town, which are connected by a labyrinth of sheep's intestines. The old town, on the north bank of the river, is divided into upper and lower villages, and is full of large and small boutique fashion stores, bars, coffee houses, antique halls......
Zurich is the economic center of Switzerland and the financial center of more than 300 banks, so it is also known as the "European billionaire city"
Of course, the Locke family's bank is also here.
In 2000, Locke's investment bank and MH Bank merged, and the combined assets would reach $668 billion.
Of course, the family's private bank also has its headquarters in Zurich.
Of course, Gu Xier was familiar with everything here, as if he had come to his own small vault.
Wen Ying could feel that the arrogance in his bones was stimulated.
The Locke family is here in the "Golden Shore".
Gu Xier said to Wen Ying: "Since you have come to Zurich, there is no reason not to go home. Just take a look at the old man. ”
The northern shore of Lake Zurich is home to the wealthy and is known as the "Golden Shore", while the southern shore is called the "Silver Shore".
The clusters of villas dotted around are the wealthy areas of Switzerland.
I don't know if there are slums in Switzerland, but in a country that is among the top three in Europe in terms of per capita wealth and has government subsidies for RVs and yachts, you can imagine the lives of these "rich". And being rich is not only about material wealth, but also about other things.....
Wen Ying asked, "Old man? ”
Gu Xier: "My dad." ”
Wen Ying gasped.
Gu Huaiqian !!
And Wen Ying only had "Gu Huaiqian" in his mind
's mother rarely mentioned Gu Huaiqian, because later their whole family's livelihood was because of the "Jianghai Center" that Gu Huaiqian sent back then.
But she vaguely knew that Gu Huaiqian would never return to Jianghai because of her mother.
Wen Ying still called Gu Tingcheng.
A lazy voice on the other end of the phone.
"I'm in Switzerland, and ...... Gu Xier. ”
Gu Tingcheng: "I know. ”
Wen Ying: "You may meet his father, Gu Huaiqian." ”
The other end of the phone was not surprised, but replied lightly: "Oh." ”
Wen Ying wants to say that I'm a little nervous, is there any taboo on him, can you tell me?
But before she could speak, Gu Tingcheng knew the purpose of her call, and she said, "Don't mention me." ”
Wen Ying: "Oh. ”
Gu Tingcheng: "Nothing hangs up." ”
Wen Ying: "Hmm. ”
After hanging up the phone, Wen Ying faintly felt that something was wrong in her heart, her mother has always been conceited, and the way to show her identity: tell others that you are Gu Qingcheng's daughter!
Don't mention her this time.
Alas.........
Wen Ying didn't know what to do?
Coming out of the bathroom, she watched Gu Xier sitting quietly on the riverbank drinking a cup of coffee, full of lakes and mountains, this is the rhythm of Zurich she wants.
Wen Ying said: "Take a leisurely stroll here and have an unexpected encounter with art. With a long history of the city and a profound cultural heritage, walking on the streets of the old city is full of elegant artistic atmosphere. ”
Gu Xier said: "There are lakes and mountains here, and there are drunken gold fans, there are secluded mountains and rivers, and there are indulged in the bustle and noise." ”
Wen Ying: "Hmm. ”
Gu Xier: "Let's go." ”
Wen Ying: "Where to go?" ”
Gu Xier: "Go home." ”
Wen Ying: "So soon, I want to go shopping again." ”
Gu Xier: "Buy a watch? ”
Wen Ying: "Hmm. ”
Gu Xier: "Okay." ”
Wen Ying pulled the corner of Gu Xier's clothes and took me to visit Zurich first.
Gu Xier: "Okay." ”
When you come to Zurich, you can't do without a visit to Bahnhofstrasse.
You can walk all the way along Bahnhofstrasse,
"It's one of the most expensive streets in the world, with top luxury brands and private banks all over the world. Along the streets you'll find some of Switzerland's most exclusive shops, with everything from the top fashion designers to high-end options such as shoes, furs, jewelry, porcelain and jewellery and, of course, Swiss watches. ”
Wen Ying was attracted by the exquisite chocolate shops.
Stroll around for 1-2 hours,
Gu Xier asked, "Aren't you going to buy a watch?" I'll send you. ”
Wen Ying said, "You've already given me several pieces. ”
Gu Xier: "Men's ones are also counted!" ”
Wen Ying: "I don't dislike it. ”
Gu Xier hugged Wen Ying's waist: "Do you dare to dislike it?" ”
Wen Ying replied weakly: "Don't dare." ”
Gu Xier: "Count you good." ”
At noon they turn from Bahnhofstrasse into the adjacent Augustin Lane, one of the most charming alleys in Zurich's Old Town, with the most beautiful Swiss architecture and a romantic alley.
Gu decided to go to Kronenhalle restaurant, a high-end restaurant with a history of more than 90 years, focusing on traditional classic Swiss cuisine, carefully selected with the freshest ingredients, and exquisite dishes like handicrafts. The owner of the restaurant is also a private collector, so the interior walls of the restaurant are decorated with many authentic works of celebrities, which is very modern and art-like, comparable to an art museum.
Wen Ying is very interested and wants to try the Swiss cheese fondue.
"Did you book in advance?"
Gu Xier: "No need. ”
Wen Ying: "...... Oh. ”
Wen Ying thought to herself, looking at this arrogant attitude, it was like going home.
I was quite nervous that I didn't have an appointment, and the waiter greeted Wen Ying and welcomed them to the second floor. There are only two people, and the four waiters are all dressed in formal attire, and the food is served with great pomp and circumstance.
Wen Ying has a feeling of being treated preferentially, after all, it is a chartered venue.
It can also be understood that I don't want to disturb the customers on the first floor.
You can see a lot of Chinese faces here.
Wen Ying sighed that no matter where she went to play, the power of the Chinese people was the strongest.
Gu Xier asked for ribeye steak, grilled beef tenderloin, grilled prawns, soufflé, berry rice pudding, apple sorbet.
Wen Ying said weakly: "What about the cheese fondue......
Gu Xier said to the waiter again: "K?? se Hot Pot" (German: fondue. )
Cheese fondue is a type of melt fondue, one of the traditional Swiss diets. Put 2 or 3 kinds of cheese in a pot, heat it in white wine, and then dip the bread, fruits, and vegetables into small pieces and eat them with the melted cheese.
Swiss people generally speak Swiss German, Swiss French, and it is very close to Germany.
Swiss-German, also known as "Alemanni", is a dialect of German.
Wen Ying didn't know much German.
But she felt that Gu Xier was there, and there was a little bit of a good translator.
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