Exciting News for Eurovision Fans! The Swiss city of Basel has been chosen as the host for next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, scheduled to take place from May 13 to 17. This highly anticipated event will bring together talented artists from across Europe to compete for the coveted title.
Basel, located on the picturesque Rhine River and known for its German-speaking population, was selected over Geneva after a thrilling faceoff that captured the attention of fans across Switzerland.
The decision to host the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel comes on the heels of Swiss singer Nemo’s victory in the 68th edition of the contest earlier this year. Nemo’s win marked the first time Switzerland had emerged victorious since 1988, when the legendary Celine Dion competed under the Swiss flag.
The Eurovision Song Contest, organized annually by the European Broadcasting Union based in Geneva, attracts millions of viewers worldwide and promises a spectacle of music and dance like no other. With dozens of participating broadcasters, the event showcases the best musical talent Europe has to offer.
It’s worth noting that Switzerland not only hosted the very first Eurovision Song Contest in 1956 in Lugano but also emerged victorious, setting the stage for decades of memorable performances and musical moments.
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