Switzerland

Who wants Chocolates?

Switzerland is famous – especially for cheese and chocolates. for its
mountains, clocks and its food The combination of amazing weather, eye-
captivating scenery of the Alps. That what makes people loves about
Switzerland.

SWITZERLAND

- Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country,home to numerous

lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps.
-Its cities contain medieval quarters, with landmarks like capital Bern’s
Zytglogge clock tower and Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge.
- The country is also known for its ski resorts and hiking trails. Banking and
finance are key industries, and Swiss watches and chocolate are world
renowned.
- What is Switzerland's famous for?

When we think of Switzerland, our mind goes

to skiing resorts, lakes, chocolate, and cheese. The
Alp mountains are the perfect setting for swiss
people to grow their livestock of cows and produce
cheese and chocolate. They also make great skiing
tracks and winter destinations.
While Switzerland is a dream-come-true destination, there are some places
that are an absolute must-visit and should definitely be a part of your travel list.
We list for you the top 7 places to visit while you are in this beautiful country:

1.) Zürich

Switzerland’s largest city and the financial capital, Zürich is a mix of ancient
cultural heritage and contemporary life! With the shimmering Zürich Lake,
ancient churches, beautiful museums and magnificent opera and concert halls,
Zürich has something in store for every traveller. With over 100 art galleries
and 50 museums, Zürich is a heavenly paradise for art lovers.

2.) Geneva

Surrounded by France on all sides and connected to Switzerland only by a

lake and a narrow strip of land, is the city of Geneva! The second-most
populous city of Switzerland is a bustling city which has an old world charm
about it. A beacon of diplomacy, Geneva has an international flavour and is the
headquarters for a number of multinational companies. The Red Cross was
founded in Geneva in the year 1865 and the United Nations was
headquartered here from 1920 to 1946. One of the major attractions in
Switzerland, Jet d’eau, one of the world’s tallest fountains is situated in
Geneva. And an interesting fact about Geneva: The Internet was created here!

3.) Bern

Switzerland’s de facto capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bern is a

fairytale-like place. Unlike other capitals, Bern has an ancient charm with
quaint spots, medieval cobblestoned streets and a lazy air to go along with it!
Although it is not as big as Zürich or Geneva, it has its own beauty that will
dazzle you and stay with you for a long time! Located in the heart of
Switzerland, Bern offers you tranquil churches, museums and surprises at
every corner!
4.) Lucerne

With the majestic mountains on one side and a glistening lake on the other,
Lucerne is a fairytale Swiss town with elegant historic buildings, waterfront
promenades and a musical time, quite literally! Lucerne hosts many music
festivals, from soloists to entire orchestras performing at the summer annual
music festival and other music festivals. With a rich culture and beautiful
places to visit, Lucerne is one of the must-visit cities in Switzerland.

5.) Lausanne

A quaint little town, Lausanne is nestled amidst vineyards, hillslopes and lake
shores. Switzerland’s fourth-largest city, Lausanne is small, scenic and
famous. With Romanesque and Gothic architecture to its rich history and
culture, Lausanne has a lot to offer to all kinds of travellers!

6.) Interlaken

A paradox of the best kind! Interlaken is a quiet suburban town located in the
heart of Switzerland and yet it is often referred to as the adventure capital of
the charming country. Very characteristic to Switzerland, the city
of Interlaken is replete with splendid mountain views, alpine meadows, dense
forests and numerous skiing as well as hiking trails. Its strategic location in a
valley between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz offers the perfect opportunity for
magnificent landscape views and adventure activities such as canyoning, white
water rafting and paragliding. It is also the ideal starting point for several
excursions, thanks to the solid network of about 45 mountain railways, cable
cars, chair lifts and ski lifts that lead to various ski slopes and hiking trails.
7.) Engelberg

Welcome to the largest winter and summer holiday destination of Switzerland!

Engelberg is an extremely popular tourist destination and offers a variety of
holiday experiences for families, honeymoon couples, adventure enthusiasts
and leisure travellers. The town has a quaint rustic charm due to the presence
of a centuries-old Benedictine monastery that still has an influence on the daily
life of the village. Engelberg, besides being home to the famous Mt. Titlis, is
also well-known as one of the top ski regions of the country. A town for all
seasons, Engelberg is winter-ready with its countless ski slopes and freeride
areas whereas summers are picture-perfect for hiking and mountaineering
activities.

Switzerland—even just the name brings a smile to our face. Whenever,

wherever we see or hear the name Switzerland, we immediately think about all
those mesmerizing sceneries, luxury brand watches, and delicious milk
chocolates. But do you know that Switzerland is much more than that? The
snow-covered mountain peaks and the clear freshwater lakes can make you
swoon just by the sight of it. We often know about the places to visit in
Switzerland but are unaware of interesting facts about the place.

Here are some important facts about Switzerland that will blow your mind.
1. Switzerland has 7000 lakes

With a surface size of 580.03 km2, Lake Geneva is Switzerland’s biggest lake.
Lac Léman is the name given to 40.47 percent of the lake that is shared with
France. Lake Neuchâtel, with a surface area of 218.3 km2, is the largest lake
wholly within Switzerland. You can drink from rivers and lakes since the
freshwater is so clear.

2. Most innovative country in the world

Switzerland was ranked first for the eighth consecutive year, in 2018, as the
most innovative country in the world in The Global Innovation Index. From a
farming-based economy in 1860 to a land of Start-Ups today, Vaud’s economy
is now one of Switzerland’s biggest and fastest-growing, thanks to its large
services sector, focus on niche markets, and diversified manufacturing base.

Switzerland's strongest criteria, i.e. those for which it stands in first to third
place, include its economic conditions, number of patents and patent families,
expenditure on software, entertainment and media market, high-tech
manufacturing, and the complexity of production and exports.

3. Highest peaks in Europe

Switzerland is home to numerous mountains which are over 3,000 meters
high. A beautiful experience for hikers is the Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route, a
12-day classic Alpine trek that will bring you straight to the well-recognized
Matterhorn. With 48 mountain peaks that are above 4000 meters, Switzerland
has more high peaks than any other country in Europe
4. Longest tunnel of the world
The Gotthard tunnel in Switzerland is the world’s longest, measuring 57 kms,
or 7 kms longer than the Channel Tunnel between England and France. It took
seventeen years to complete. The Gotthard Base Tunnel’s principal objective
is to boost local transportation capacity through the Alpine barrier.

5 – St. Gotthard, Switzerland, between Göschenen and Airolo: measuring

16.84 kilometres in length, built in 1980.

5. Lowest crime rate

Switzerland is one of the world’s safest countries. They have a very low crime
rate, with the fact that they have one of the highest rates of gun ownership.
Switzerland hasn’t had a mass shooting since 2001 when a man stormed in
the local parliament in Zug, killed 14 people, and then himself. The country’s
overall murder rate is nearly zero (at just 45 people per year). And moreover,
they are some of the happiest people in the world next to Denmark and
Finland.

Switzerland is a safe place to live. According to the Global Peace Index

2022, Switzerland takes the 11th place in a global setting. ¹ This is one rank
higher than in 2021.
6. Creux de Van
In the course of millions of years by water and ice erosion, this gigantic rock
arena was formed. Its steep rock walls with their horseshoe shape offer one of
the most grandiose panoramas in Switzerland, which includes chamois and
ibex sighting! This absolutely spectacular site gives you a full 360° view over
the nearby lakes, the Alps, the Jura valleys, and further on to France!

What does Creux du Van mean?

Rocky Hole
About 14km east of Môtiers, a short walk leads to the enormous abyss known
as the Creux du Van (Rocky Hole) – van is a word of Celtic origin meaning
'rock'.

What is the meaning of creux?

hollow

he Creux du Van is a natural rocky cirque approximately 1,400 metres

wide and 150 metres deep

How was Creux du Van formed?

Formed by natural water erosion through the freeze-thaw cycles of a
glacier, the Creux du Van is 1.4 kilometers wide and its impressive walls reach
a height of 200 meters. It is estimated the cirque was formed 18,000 years
ago.

7. Switzerland has its own Grand Canyon

The Rhine Gorge is said to be the Swiss Grand Canyon. It is one of the most
unique places in Switzerland.

Located in Graubunden, it is very unique to be in the alpine region. Here you

can unwind and cool down by dipping your toes in the water and feel nature or
if you are the one who loves a rush of adrenaline, you can hike up the rocky
mountains or even experience the biking trails.
8.Sundays are a big deal
Sundays in Switzerland mean no mowing the yard, hanging laundry outside,
hammering, or anything else that might disturb the serenity of the neighbours.
Working on Sundays is frowned upon, so just be lazy, close the doors, read a
book or enjoy a quiet day with friends and family.

Working on Sundays is generally prohibited in Switzerland. However,

working on Sundays is possible, subject to special authorisation and the
employee's consent.

When you walk down a street in Switzerland on a Sunday, you’d be forgiven

for thinking that everyone had disappeared. The tradition of closing shops and
not working on a Sunday is still a strong tradition in Switzerland

9. You cannot name your child however you want

Giving a child a name that could harm the child’s interest is illegal in
Switzerland. When authorities forbade Swiss musician Christine Lauterburg
from referring to her daughter as ‘Lexicon,’ she utilized this privilege. The
rejection of ‘Djonatan,’ which is the phonetic spelling of Jonathan, as well as ‘J’
as a child’s fourth name, is based on the risk of being misunderstood and
improperly pronounced in German. There are also some names that you are
not permitted to give your children.

What can't you name your child in Switzerland?

While Biblical names are in evidence, you can't name your child Judas or
Cain in rules-rich Switzerland. Swiss authorities must approve all baby names
and generally blocks names considered potentially harmful to the child's well-
being or offensive to a third party. Brand and places names are also out.

What names are not allowed in Switzerland?

Satan, Cain and Lucifer are also banned. Ever the traditionalists, Switzerland
has tight gender rules for naming children. Specifically, a name must clearly
indicate a person's gender. Girls cannot be given a boy's name and vice versa.
10. Third happiest country in the world
The notion of liveability is used to determine which places in the globe offer the
best or worst living circumstances. Stability, Healthcare, Culture and
Environment, Education, and Infrastructure are the five broad categories they
look at. Zurich and Geneva are said to be two of the liveliest and
livable cities in the world. Switzerland has a strong sense of community and a
strong belief that it is a safe and clean country, which is statistically correct.
Switzerland, along with Iceland and Denmark, is one of the safest countries in
the world.

Switzerland is a paradise indeed! Not just because of the beautiful snowy

peaks and emerald greenery or delightful chocolates and luxury brands, but
also because of the people and its history. We are more than delighted to
share these interesting facts about Switzerland with you and we are sure that
you might be excited too after reading these. It is already time to pack your
bags and set out on an exquisite journey to the Swiss with us at Veena world
because we make your trips better. From Switzerland honeymoon packages to
family tour options, you can simple relax and celebrate life, while we arrange
everything for your hassle-free trip.
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