Part of a column from this city’s castle was built into a landmark tower in a distant metropolis, home to thousands of emigrants. A cultural and academic hub, the city was once home to a major world figure, and an infamous film director survived childhood in hiding here. Its country’s biggest ski resort is a short drive away. Name the city. Photograph: Carlotta / Alamy/AlamyPart of a column from this city’s castle was built into a landmark tower in a distant metropolis, home to thousands of emigrants. A cultural and academic hub, the city was once home to a major world figure, and an infamous film director survived childhood in hiding here. Its country’s biggest ski resort is a short drive away. Name the city. Photograph: Pegaz / Alamy/AlamyPart of a column from this city’s castle was built into a landmark tower in a distant metropolis, home to thousands of emigrants. A cultural and academic hub, the city was once home to a major world figure, and an infamous film director survived childhood in hiding here. Its country’s biggest ski resort is a short drive away. Name the city.Photograph: JTB Photo Communications, Inc. //AlamyThis week’s winner will receive a £150 voucher from Hotels.com which can be used at more than 120,000 places to stay across the world, from quirky B&Bs and family bolt holes to boutique hotels. Hotels.com customers can get a night free for every 10 stayed with its rewards scheme. Email your answer by Wednesday 27 October to viewfinder@observer.co.uk or send a postcard, with address and phone number, to Viewfinder, The Observer, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU. ■ Last week’s answer was Lyme Regis, Dorset. The winner was Hamish Ramlal, from Brighton.Photograph: Look Studio / Alamy/Alamy
