The alps

Lake Lucerne

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June 19th 2010
Unfortunately the rain followed us to Lucerne but after we checked into the hostel (can’t afford anything else in Switzerland!) we found a dry spot to watch Aus V Ghana in the world cup. It was a nail biter of a game and we were happy with the draw. It probably would have been a different result if Kewell wasn’t sent off. Oh well.... by the time the game was over it was dry enough to go explor ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » North-West » Lucerne

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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