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Switzerland is a landlocked country in Central Europe, formally called the Swiss Confederation. It borders on the west with France, on the south with Italy, on the east with Austria and Liechtenstein and on the north with Germany.
Bern became Switzerland’s capital in 1848, but it isn’t the bustling metropolis you would expect from one of Europe’s foremost countries. This is a city that changes perceptions about what a capital should be. There are no high rises, and …
Basel is living, breathing, history all wrapped up in a mini but mighty Switzerland metropolis. The city dates back over two thousand years, and history seeps from every nook and cranny. The romantic and well preserved old town is filled …
Lucerne is a destination like no other, from the impressive mountain ranges surrounding the city to the beautiful lake breeze and remarkable architecture. This city has everything on offer, and I can honestly say there is nowhere in the world …
Lausanne is a beautiful city nestled by the shores of Lake Geneva. The skyline isn’t that of your average suburban district, there are no skyscrapers, and instead, when you look out of your window, you are greeted by the breathtaking …
Geneva is a small city in Switzerland, but with lots to offer. Sitting on the southern tip of Geneva Lake, it is a home to UN’s headquarters, many agencies, and the Red Cross, which makes it a global center of diplomatic and humanitarian activity. With just few kilometers from border with France, Geneva is greatly influenced by French language and culture, both in cuisine and in night life.
Zurich has only 400,000 inhabitants, but it is the largest city in Switzerland. The size doesn’t matter in this case as Zurich is a global financial center and banking hub. Many mistake it for capital of Switzerland (the capital is Bern), and for a good reason: it’s a quintessential Swiss city and at the same time very international. It is also a city with very natural mixture between ancient history and very modern life on every step.
There are so many things that make Switzerland popular with tourists, and we can list five of them from top of our heads: mountains, lakes, chocolate, cheese and watches. Switzerland is famous for its breathtaking mountain landscapes and scenic lakes dotted with picturesque villages that can host a story of a fairy tale without much trouble. Production of chocolate, cheese and watches is something Swiss are very proud of and they became synonyms with quality in those industries.
Winter is a season for having fun in the snow, at least in the northern hemisphere, so let us look into some recommendations on where to spend some time to cheer up during these cold days – top snow destinations! Some of these locations are chosen as something that would be unusual to every day skiing enthusiast. Enjoy!