"Helvetia", symbol of Switzerland, looks out over the Rhine towards Germany.

The city's industrial spread extends to the banks of the Rhine.

The Spalen Gate - entrance to the old city of Basel.

Basel, outdoor cafés and trams...

The Tinguely fountain, on Theaterplatz, with the Elisabethenkirche church behind.

The Messeturm, 105 metres and 31 floors high, situated in the exhibition quarter, is currently the highest building in Switzerland.