shaf how'zen, a city of Switzerland, capital of a canton of the same name, situated on the right bank of the Rhine, 23 mi. n. by e. of Zurich. The city is of interest because of its ancient buildings, which represent a peculiar style of architecture. It also retains some of the ancient walls and defenses. Among these is a part of a castle, which dates from the sixteenth century, and a rounded tower 115 feet in diameter. Among the buildings of interest are the cathedral, dating from the eleventh century, the townhall and the museum. The manufactures include woolen goods, watches and pottery. Near by are the Falls of Schaffhausen, a cataract of the Rhine which has a descent of about 100 feet. Population in 1900, 15,403.