Paradeplatz, Square in Zürich, Switzerland
Paradeplatz is a square on Bahnhofstrasse in downtown Zürich, Switzerland. It is surrounded by four blocks of buildings that house banks, shops, and a hotel, and it is closed to cars but served by trams.
The square was incorporated into the city in 1642 and later served as a livestock market. It was renamed Neumarkt in 1819 and received its current name in 1865 after Bahnhofstrasse was built.
The name Paradeplatz refers to parade grounds, linked to the nearby armory and munitions depot. Today, the square is known for its banks and luxury shops, and it is a common meeting point in the city.
The square is easy to reach on foot or by tram, and it serves as a major stop on the city's tram network. Visitors can use it as a starting point for walking along Bahnhofstrasse or exploring the nearby streets.
In the Swiss edition of Monopoly, Paradeplatz is the most expensive property on the board. The square also inspired the name of a local financial website.
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