Location: Bern
Despite being less well-known than Zurich or Geneva, Bern is Switzerland’s capital and a magnificent, historic metropolis steeped in Swiss culture and history. Bern has everything you could want, from fascinating museums to breathtaking vistas and delectable cuisine.
Traveling through Switzerland by train is a tour that covers highlights of Switzerland in a 10-day (9 nights) period: the start of your trip can be at Zurich airport or at Geneva airport. See all the highlights of Swizterland to learn about this wonderful country! Highlights 9 x accommodation in…
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Bern Townhall (Rathaus Bern) houses the Grand Council of Bern, the Executive Council of Bern, and the Grand Council of the City of Bern. If the Bernese flag is flying over the city hall, that implies the politicians are holding a meeting inside. The "little brother of the federal building"…
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The Zytglogge, also known as the 'time bell', is a major medieval tower in Bern, Switzerland. Since it was built in the 13th century, it has served the city as a guard tower, prison, clock tower, nerve center of urban life, and a civic memorial. The Zytglogge, Bern's most recognizable…
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The Swiss Parliament is located in the Parliament Building in Bern, which is considered the "heart" of Swiss democracy. Under its impressive dome, parliament sessions take place, and federal government and administrative offices are located in the west and east wings, respectively, in Switzerland. Bundesplatz, often known as Parliament Square,…
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The Universal Postal Monument (Weltpostdenkmal) can be found on the Kleine Schanze in Bern and serves as a constant reminder that Bern is the birthplace and current location of the Universal Postal Union, which has been in operation since 1874. Parisian René de St. Marceaux took first place in the…
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Bundesplatz Bern (Parliament Square) was a depressing, automobile-filled parking area until 2003. The arrival of the vibrant vegetable, fruit, and flower market on Tuesdays and Saturdays, however, helped lift spirits (still held twice weekly). Between 2003 and 2004, the area underwent extensive renovations, clearing the way for a clear view…
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