As Time Goes by-Zurich

The old city of Zurich is as beautiful as the lady in Stendhal’s book, while the western district is full of rebellious young people. Come to the city of eternity and seek its truth.

Release time : 2016-11-07 17:28:28

source : Lonely Planet

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Zurich

Local band during rehearsal

Graffiti you can easily find at the West District

Innovative shops are a must see if you shop in West District.

This factory turned open-air bar in West District has a unique style.

Story of West District

The roar of the trains takes you to the industrial age while shops, bars and startup firms brings you to the post-industrial age. Ms. Ho said, “Welcome to West District and experience a different Zurich.” Zurich used to be a serious city full of protestant bankers and now it is one of the most vigorous cities in Europe. This change has much to do with the new West District.

West District used to be full of factories and residential areas for workers, but many passionate people come here now. This area has transformed successfully from an industrial area to a cultural center full of young people. Fregitag which means Friday is the best example. This brand uses second-hand canvas of sailing boats to makes bags. Each kind of bag has a unique code and the shops are in deserted warehouses. It’s interesting that many young people love this.

“I don’t know why people love this. If I see a person with a Fregitag bag, I will look and even talk with him.” Maybe, the charm of Fregitag comes from rebellion against tradition. It is the symbol of our young age. People that feel old can be touched by simple colors and random materials. Ms. Ho said it brought you the sense of safety.

Manager Bueler of the idea company

Fregitag shop constructed with containers

Langstrasse flea market

There are many shops there. Some are empty and the young people there just dealt with the computer. The manager said, “This is an idea company. We want to do something we like but we can’t afford our own studio. The rent here is too expensive. In West District, dozens of people can share an office and we are like family. Our ideas may look silly now, but maybe they