Historic centre of Sion

Swiss Sion is located in the canton of Valais, in the Rhone Valley. The ancient city is known for many attractions, but its image is inextricably linked to two high hills, which rise like sentinels stories locks Valerie and Tourbillon. First mention of the castle Valerie found in records from 1049. Today the Cathedral of Our Lady Valerskoy which refers to the castle ensemble, is a Swiss shrine. Pope John Paul II included among the world's basilica churches. The castle is a museum of history and ethnography, which collects vintage icons, weapons, jewelry and clothing, found during excavations. Among the most valuable relics of the castle - the acting body in 1435. On a nearby rocky mountain rises Tourbillon castle once served one of the residences of the bishops of Sion. The fortress walls are saturated long history. Its construction was started in the 13th century. Among the best preserved parts of the castle - the main tower and the 14th century Gothic chapel with ancient frescos. Small and compact historic Sion with its narrow streets and neat old buildings, very attractive to tourists. In the center is the Cathedral of Our Lady Glariyskoy, his main asset is an ancient triptych depicting the genealogical tree of Christ. By the old religious buildings are the church of St. Teodulo, created in the 16th century, medieval tower Warlocks, which hosts exhibitions. Among other notable places - Major castle, house and other attractions Supersakso old Sion.