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Switzerland – The Cultural Cross

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February 16th 2018
Alpine Tradition, Culture And Natural Wonders In The Heart Of Switzerland Watches, chocolate, army knives, 1.500 lakes and the Alps would be a few items following the phrase “10 things I know about Switzerland”. You may also mention the country’s 4 official languages, German, French, Italian and Romansch, as well as the fact that it is the birthplace of the Red Cross. For Switzerland’s ... read more

Europe » Switzerland

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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