Sion
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It is the capital of Valais, home to the fortified Valère Basilica and the ruins of Tourbillon Castle.

Overview of Sion

It is the capital of Valais, home to the fortified Valère Basilica and the ruins of Tourbillon Castle.

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  • Type of place: small town.
  • Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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  • Local time: Heure : Sion.
  • Population: 33,999 (2017).
  • Area: 34.85 km².
  • Altitude: 512 m.

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