The old city of Bern was placed on the UNESCO Wordheritage list in 1983. The registration of a cultural site on the list of the UNESCO worldheritages is evidence of its outstanding universal value so as to ensure its protection for mankind.
Atmospherically encircled by the Aare River and, on clar days, set against an overwhelming Alpine panorama,Bern owes its charm to an intact mediaeval cityscape with surprisingly broad streets, more than 6km of arcades, colurful sculptured Renaissance fountains, largely unimpaired sandstone facades, a unique rooftop landscape and a variety of outstanding museums.