Wealthy, small and mountainous Switzerland has
been one of the world's
top year-round international vacation destinations for centuries.
Bordered by France, Germany, Austria and Italy, Switzerland is renowned
for its snowy Alps, fairytale castles, chic and luxurious ski and
spa
resorts, lakeside chalets, water sports and beautiful, immaculate
cities. Switzerland boasts the tallest mountains in Europe, including
some of its highest peaks such as Dufour (15,217 feet) and the
Matterhorn (14,692 feet). Swiss products famous around the world
include
cheese, chocolate, watches and Swiss army knives.
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Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland's second largest city, is located on Lake Geneva,
in view of Mont Blanc. This cosmopolitan Swiss city is home to the
United Nations and the International Red Cross, but because it is located
in the southwestern corner of the country and borders France, its biggest
influence comes from the French. Chic shops, restaurants, antique stores,
bistros, museums and art galleries are plentiful in the city.
Lucerne
Lucerne conjures up images of the storybook Swiss town. Filled with narrow
cobblestone streets, covered bridges, charming houses and fountains,
it is a renowned cultural and sports community. Considered one of the
most beautiful locations in Switzerland, Lucerne's picturesque landscape
includes mountains, lakes, pine forests and meadows.
Zurich
The world's banking capital is the largest city in Switzerland and definitely
one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Located on the north shore
of Lake Zurich, this picturesque German-speaking town is split in half
by the Limmat River. You can spend days exploring the city's cobbled
streets, taking in parks and gardens, visiting the plentiful museums
housing some of Europe's most extensive collections or setting sail
on the lake.
