Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland. It serves as one of the major commercial and cultural hubs of the country. It is also the capital of the canton of Zurch. The city is also known as the ‘Cultural Capital of Switzerland’.

Zurich, as a global city, is one of the most prominent. From 2006 to 2009, it was named the city with the highest quality of life in world. It is also one of the wealthiest cities in Europe and has been ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world.

The city´s economy is diverse. It, however, is known for being a top financial center and it is the home of several international financial institutions. It is also one of the world´s top centers for offshore banking.

Aside form being important in finance, Zurich is also a top cultural city and houses many tourist attractions as well as important art and cultural institutions.