We have all heard about how beautiful Switzerland is, that
it is a physical representation of how it's heaven on Earth.
But believe me, all the stories you have heard and all the
pictures you have seen do not do Justice to the Majesty and
beauty of Switzerland.
Simply put, the country takes your breath away.
But there are so many places to visit that it often gets
confusing for new tourists.
So today we have compiled a list of the top 10 sides you
need to see in Switzerland.
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So Let's begin with our list.
Number one, The Matterhorn This is Switzerland's iconic pointed
peak, and it's one of the highest mountains in the Alps.
This mountain is one of the most photographed in the world
and for a good reason, it's stunning.
This peak is found on the border of Italy, and it rises to
almost 4478 meters.
It's four steep faces lie in the direction of Compass points,
and it's a great place to go skiing.
During winters, skiers can shuss down more than 300 kilometers
of slopes.
In the summer, you hike, go biking and go climbing in the
surrounding mountains.
If none of these are to your taste, then you can always stick
to the cable cars.
This mountain is home to the the highest cable car station
in the Alps, and a ride on it gives you excellent views of
the mountain peak and the surrounding scenery.
Number two, Chateau de Chillon, Montreux On the shore of Lake Geneva
near Mantro, you will find the Chateau Dashia, the Castle
that has inspired many artists and writers for centuries.
Lord Byron, Jaque Russo and Victor Hugo are among them.
The Castle dates back to the tenth century, when it was used
as a strategic waterfront, but then it became the Lakeside
summer home for the wealthy counts of Savoy.
This shift led to the development of the Castle.
All its rooms were decked out with art and treasures that
visitors can enjoy today.
When you visit, don't forget to take a look at the impressive
weapons room and don't miss out on looking at the castles.
Three great halls.
It is a treat to visit.
Number three, Jungfraujoch One of the best things you can
do in Switzerland is to take a train journey to Jungfraujoch,
also called the Top of Europe.
There you will find an Observatory, terrace and scientific
Observatory Peached at an incredible 3453 meters above sea
level. The great Alleged Glacier begin at Jungfraujoch and
is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You can also go see the EIGAR Trail.
Other popular walks include Panorama Way, which is the route
to the sunny South facing first slope.
This is also up Opfelchuechilwag, which is the high altitude
trail from Holenstein to Brandegg.
It's a beautiful walk through fields of flowers, alpine pastures
in Woodlands.
If you don't like the walk, then there is the option of riding
gondolas and cable cars as well.
You even have a village named Grindelwald there.
Remember the guy from the Harry Park books?
Everything about the place is beautiful.
Number four, Interlaken, Nestled between Lake Tun to the
West and the Lake Brians to the East, Interlaken is one of
Switzerland's most breathtaking holiday resorts.
In the Center of the town Hohematte is a Marvel of great urban
planning and has an open area of around 35 acres.
The main Boulevard is surrounded by flower gardens, hotels
and cafes.
When you are in the area, you will see the Majesty of the
towering peaks of Elger, Mom and Jungfraujoch.
This also means that you will find a lot of opportunities
for Alpine adventures.
You can go hiking, zip lining and kayaking.
There is also simple transport in the area to take tourists
into the surrounding countryside, where you can feel a higher
appreciation of the surrounding landscape.
Number five, Schweizerischer National park In a country where
beauty is everywhere, it becomes difficult to decide where
you should go, but it is the Swiss National Park.
If there is one place you must visit, it is located near
Zernez. It is the country's only National Park and will give
you a great idea of how the Alps used to look like before
tourism. There you will find snow crusted glaciers to beautiful
Meadows. The place will take your breath away.
If you guys are into hiking, then there are a lot of hiking
trails and if you are lucky and quiet, then you might find
some of the local wildlife as well.
Red squirrels, ibexes and red deer do keep an eye on the
Sky as well.
You might see a Golden Eagle fly by.
You are into history.
Take a look at the Schmelzra Museum to learn about the bears
at once called this Park home.
Number six, Lake Geneva Lake Geneva is the largest Alpine
Lake in Europe.
The city of Geneva lies between the pretty Snow Cap Mountains
in the point where the River Ron spills into Lake Geneva.
This capital of peace is the European seat of the United
Nations. The city is a pleasing blend of French joy and Swiss
structure, promenades, parks and gardens around the Lake,
and the town is a great place to take a stroll and feel the
history of the place.
You should visit the Jet d'Eau.
It's a fountain in Lake Geneva that shoots water 150 meters
into the air.
I Then there are cultural attractions like the Opera House
in the Grand Theater, about 62 kilometers from Geneva.
You will find Lausanne, which is also on the Lake.
It has some fantastic views, cute cafes and even a Gothic
Cathedral. If you visit in June or July.
Then you can even enjoy the Montreux Jazz Festival.
Number seven, St Moritz Mirror like Lakes, glaciers, jagged
peaks, Alpine Forrest, coddles of sunshine, or just some
of the things that make St Moritz so delightful.
Sitting in an Alpine Valley, the town is divided into two
parts. St Moritz Dorf sits on a sunny terrace overlooking
the Lake of St Moritz.
In contrast, St Moritz Bad is located on the Valley floor
and constitutes of healthy resorts that are less expensive
than the ones above.
For activities, you can go skiing, snowboarding skating in
Bob sledding on the famous 1,2 kilometer Cresta Run.
Most amazing thing about this place is that St Moritz is
made up of a lot of cultures.
Romance, Germans, Italian, French and English are all languages
you will hear in this town, each coming with its associated
culture. Number eight, Lugano, This beautiful city is called
the Monte Carlo of Switzerland.
It is the perfect mix of Swiss in Italian culture.
The city can be found on the shores of the breathtaking Lake
Lugano. This city has a lot of museums and it has a slightly
different climate than the rest of Switzerland as it's warmed
by winds coming in from the Mediterranean.
Once you are there, don't forget to take a boat ride in Lake
Lugano and see the beauty of the surrounding countryside
and the snow cap peaks.
You should also try the unique local delicacies of Lugano
as they are bound to get your taste buds excited.
Number nine, Bern This medieval city is the capital of
Switzerland and it's one of the most enchanting places to
walk through.
You will notice the narrow cobblestone stone in the streets
of Old Town Berns historical centers are full of boutiques
bars and bears.
Yes, you heard us right.
Bears are the city symbol and you will find them living in
the Bear Park just across the River from the Old Town.
On your trip here, let your inner genius out.
If the Albert Einstein Museum or tell the time at the famous
Zytglogge, it's a great city and gives you an idea of what
Switzerland has to offer.
Number 10, Zurich No trip to Switzerland can be complete
without a trip to the city of Zurich.
Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and it is a major
transport hub.
If you get past the button of facade is a fluent financial
capital, has a rich trove of cultural treasures.
Visit the Bahnhofstrasse, which is one of the finest of shopping
strands of Europe.
Here you will find some of the best designer ware.
There are also a lot of museums in art galleries in the city,
which you can visit to get a taste of the culture.
The Zurich Zoo is an excellent place to visit with your family
as it has an elephant Park, Penguin Parade and Madagascar
Pavilion. The social scene is also lit.
You might get to witness the Pride Parade at Europe's largest
Street. Rad, if this is in your liking, then the city is
also quite beautiful.
On one side, you have the historic cobblestone streets of
the Old Town, and on the other, you get to witness the stunning
scenery of Lake Zurich.
Overall, Switzerland is a beautiful country, and very few
come close to matching it.
So that's it for today folks.
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