Yes. Agnes, Ali (the girlfriend of one of my co-workers and Ag's new best friend) and Sebastian went to what most of us consider a real "zoo". Lions and tigers and bears...oh my! They had a nice time and it was relaxing. The other "zoo" we went to is known in Zurich as Street Parade. It was pretty much an insane, crowded and CRAZY party in the center of Zurich. Taken from the website, myswitzerland.com, here is what the event is all about:
"The Street Parade is one of the biggest and most attractive techno events in the world, and entices hundreds of thousands dance enthusiasts to Zürich every year. Top DJs from all over the world, as well as a kaleidoscopic mixture of party-goers, create an atmosphere of pure joie de vivre.
The Street Parade is a colorful combination of a procession featuring lovemobiles, digital art and live performances, and showcases the latest trends from the world of electronic music. The procession passes from the Utoquai across Bellevue, the Quaibrücke and Bürkliplatz to the harbor in the Enge quarter. After the parade, parties are given in over 100 clubs in Zürich and the greater Zürich area, and party-goers dance into the small hours."
No need to rub your eyes...you are viewing the picture above correctly. That is me with some one's butt cheeks...a picture is worth a thousand words right??
Long story short, we went to witness this nonsense and actually had a great time. Laura Rapin (friend of Aggie's family) came to visit us for part of the weekend. She came in on Friday and left on Saturday for Paris. After we dropped her off at the HauptBahnhof, we meet up with friends and walked around, enjoyed the music and just took in the views of the thongs, tights, mini-skirts, etc (most of which were on men). It was CRAZY! Check out the pictures and enjoy. I also included a link to the official Street Parade website in case my pictures aren't enough (look for the "pictures/videos" link on the left hand side).
Other than that, this past weekend has been relatively quiet. We have lots to get done before heading home for the wedding. We've been looking forward to our wedding so much, and we are just really excited and can't wait to see everyone soon! Ag leaves on Tuesday, then I will follow next Saturday (I have to go to London for work on Weds through Friday).
"The Street Parade is one of the biggest and most attractive techno events in the world, and entices hundreds of thousands dance enthusiasts to Zürich every year. Top DJs from all over the world, as well as a kaleidoscopic mixture of party-goers, create an atmosphere of pure joie de vivre.
The Street Parade is a colorful combination of a procession featuring lovemobiles, digital art and live performances, and showcases the latest trends from the world of electronic music. The procession passes from the Utoquai across Bellevue, the Quaibrücke and Bürkliplatz to the harbor in the Enge quarter. After the parade, parties are given in over 100 clubs in Zürich and the greater Zürich area, and party-goers dance into the small hours."
No need to rub your eyes...you are viewing the picture above correctly. That is me with some one's butt cheeks...a picture is worth a thousand words right??
Long story short, we went to witness this nonsense and actually had a great time. Laura Rapin (friend of Aggie's family) came to visit us for part of the weekend. She came in on Friday and left on Saturday for Paris. After we dropped her off at the HauptBahnhof, we meet up with friends and walked around, enjoyed the music and just took in the views of the thongs, tights, mini-skirts, etc (most of which were on men). It was CRAZY! Check out the pictures and enjoy. I also included a link to the official Street Parade website in case my pictures aren't enough (look for the "pictures/videos" link on the left hand side).
Other than that, this past weekend has been relatively quiet. We have lots to get done before heading home for the wedding. We've been looking forward to our wedding so much, and we are just really excited and can't wait to see everyone soon! Ag leaves on Tuesday, then I will follow next Saturday (I have to go to London for work on Weds through Friday).
Bis demnächste!
