Art Basel, the world’s premier art show for modern and contemporary works, is taking place in Switzerland for the 43rd consecutive year.  

On the banks of the Rhine River, close to the border between France and Germany, the traditional city of Basel attracts art collectors, art dealers, artists and curators alike. All of a sudden, the city transforms into a dazzling, lively and vibrant place that hosts some of the most exciting performances, exhibitions and events spread out all over the region. It offers a cultural richness of a truly exceptional kind.

Founded back in 1970 by gallerists who wanted to present their portfolio of artists in the right environment, Art Basel turns into the world centre of art, a unique platform to experiment as well as see and feel what art is. Out of 1,000 applications, the Art Basel Committee (an international jury represented by the world's foremost gallery owners) has selected 300 galleries from 36 countries to stage works from more than 2,500 artists for this year's show, which runs until June 17th.