The town of Buchs is located in St. Gallen and borders the Principality of Liechtenstein to the east. Sights in Buchs are the former council and court house, the Reformed and Catholic churches and the bird of prey park on the southern outskirts of the town. In addition, one can look from Buchs to the Werdenberg castle and town in Grabs. Buchs is situated at 448 to 2232 meters above sea level (on the Glannachopf). The town of Buchs is also considered a popular shopping destination.