CANCELED – The Escalade Festival and historical parade (Geneva)
Each December, Geneva's residents celebrate the traditional Escalade Festival. But what is this historic festival all about? The holiday is dedicated to...
Each December, Geneva's residents celebrate the traditional Escalade Festival. But what is this historic festival all about? The holiday is dedicated to...
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