Rugged terrain

Our Last Day

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July 31st 2019
Today was the last day of our tour. We awoke to cloudy skies but we were looking forward to the journey to the top of Mt. Pilatus via the world's steepest cog railway. The clouds and fog limited visibility but glimpses of the surroundings were possible. The mountain is still used for herding and cows were found along side of the railway. Their bells could be heard as they grazed the land. Legen ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » North-West

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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