Lake Geneva

Geneva - International HQ of the world

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May 10th 2007
Today we’re in Switzerland! Which must mean Leah and I managed to catch our train from Lyon, just. We had a scenic train journey through low mountain ranges, dotted with villages and followed the River Rhône through into Geneva. The customs arriving into Switzerland was like walking through an empty hallway, arriving in the country with no fuss and no stamp in our passports. We soon fou ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » South-West » Geneva

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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