A train through snowy fields

The Return of the Prodigal Daughter...

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November 30th 2010
My trip to the south is significant in more than one way, namely that the city of Konstanz directly borders Switzerland, its snowy mountain peaks visible from across the lake. As such it's only an hour by train to Winterthur - the town where I spent 8 months of my life during my year abroad, not too gladly if I'm being honest. And from there it's a mere 15 minute journey to the village of Bassersd ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » North-East » Bassersdorf

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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