Schilthorn

Simply Wow..

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January 1st 2013
As I sit in the best room we've had so far, listening to the outdoor concert for New Years Day and waiting for fireworks that I'll be able to see from the balcony, I think back over the last 3 days in Interlaken. Getting to Interlaken, although long, had to be one of the best train trips we've had so far. 2 legs, 2 compartments that we had to ourselves, definately the way to travel. ... read more

Europe » Switzerland » South-West » Interlaken

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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