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Switzerland Info
ADMINISTRATIVE CAPITAL: Bern
COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Zurich
GEOGRAPHY
Switzerland is a landlocked country situated in the west of Europe. With an area of 41,285 square kilometres Switzerland is home for a great diversity of landscapes and climates. It contains the Swiss Alps on the south, the Central Plateau or middleland, and the Jura mountains on the north.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 7.8 Million. Muslims account for about 4.2% of the population.
CLIMATE
The climate varies between regions. A Mediterranean climate is found at the country's southern tip. Summers are usually warm and humid with rainfall. Winters are snowy and cloudy in the mountains and may see no sun for weeks.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
German, Italian, French and Romansh are the four official languages. English is widely used as well.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+1
Summer: GMT +2
BUSINESS HOURS
General: 9 AM to 5 PM
HOLIDAYS
Swiss National Day: August 1st
May Day: May 1st
New Years Day: January 1st
Christmas: December 25th
CURRENCY
Swiss franc
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police/ Emergencies: 117
Medical: 114
Fire: 118
Introduction to Switzerland
Fantastic surroundings and white snow-capped mountains is what visitors wake up to everyday in Switzerland. Enjoy loads of fresh air, wonderful sightseeing and amazing shopping opportunities during your stay in the country.Bern is the capital of Switzerland and a beautiful city to visit. The old town of Berne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travelers can walk along streets that are adorned with clock-towers and fountains. Bern is a historic city with numerous museums and buildings that are architectural delights.
The art museum in the city of Basel is one of the main highlights, as well as the ancient red sandstone Munster. The old section of the city has beautiful fortifications that can still be seen. The Basel Zoo is also worth a visit. Plan a trip to the city of Geneva, which is one of the major international diplomacy centers.
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Zermatt, known to be one of the best skiing destinations
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