Swarovski tree in Zurich

Zurich and Basel

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December 23rd 2008
Well, after being woken up by our conductor at 5.20am for breakfast, and getting off the train in Zurich at 6.25am, we had a walk around the main area of Zurich while all the shops were still closed (we wouldnt have been able to afford anything anyway). They had awesome lights set up everywhere, and the shop decorations were wonderful, so we were glad we arrived so early in the morning. They also ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » North-West » Basel

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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