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The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 as a defensive alliance among three cantons. In succeeding years, other localities joined the original three. The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499. Switzerland... [read more]
The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 as a defensive alliance among three cantons. In succeeding years, other localities joined the original three. The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499. Switzerland... [read more] Blog: Lake Zurich
Date: September 9th 2009
Monday morning - a train to Rappeswil at the southern end of Lake Zurich. The town boasts a famous monastery and castle and a visit was recommended by Pat Huddlestone. Just outside the rail station is a cobblestone square surrounded by hotels. The lass in the information centre just outside the station suggested a stroll around the waterfront and up some steps to the castle, monastery and fa ... read more
Date: September 9th 2009
Monday morning - a train to Rappeswil at the southern end of Lake Zurich. The town boasts a famous monastery and castle and a visit was recommended by Pat Huddlestone. Just outside the rail station is a cobblestone square surrounded by hotels. The lass in the information centre just outside the station suggested a stroll around the waterfront and up some steps to the castle, monastery and fa ... read more
