Jet d'Eau, Water fountain in Geneva, Switzerland.
The Jet d'Eau is one of the largest fountains in the world, located on Lake Geneva.
Originally, the Jet d'Eau was not a tourist attraction but a safety valve for a hydraulic power network.
Today, it is one of the most famous landmarks in Geneva and symbolizes the city's rich history and culture.
The fountain operates throughout the year, except in case of frost or strong wind.
The water jet reaches an impressive height of 140 meters.
Location: Eaux-Vives
Location: Geneva
Inception: July 1891
Height: 140 m
Address: Quai Gustave-Ador, 1207 Genève 1207
Website: ww2.sig-ge.ch/a-propos-de-sig/nous-connaitre/sites_expositions/jet_deau
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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