Switzerland: Republic of the Alps

Extending across the north and south sides of the Alps, Switzerland encompasses a great diversity of landscapes and climates. The English adjective Swiss is a loan from French Suisse.

Mont Blanc shining peak peaked at almost 16,000 feet and is the highest of the great mountain range systems in Europe. Skiing is a pleasure at the Alps and at http://www.thealps.com/, a complete guide to skiing resorts, snowboarding resorts and trekking resorts is available.

In many ways, the Swiss embody the hopes and dreams of the most forward looking international planners. The Swiss have not lifted a weapon against an enemy and they bear no ill will to any nation for the Swiss concern not just for tomorrow but much more for yesterday. The world has long honored Switzerland's peaceful history and the history could date back as many as 100,000 years or more. Geneva, famous city where the International Red Cross Society was founded, is located on Lake Geneva, where the Rhone River flows from its blue waters. It is believed that untold wealth lies in the Swiss banks, deposited by foreigners. Bordering Switzerland, are countries like France, Germany, Austria and Italy. Atop a mountain pass in Switzerland, in the earlier stage, famous trained dogs are used to rescue travelers who lose their way in the snow.

Attractive to tourists, the alpenhorn may be anywhere from 3 to 12 feet long and is made of wood. The cup-shaped mouthpiece is used for signaling or calling cattle. The traditional melody played on the alpenhorn includes the Tune of the Cows (or Ranz des Vaches) which was used by Beethoven in his Pastoral Symphony.

The largest food and nutrition company in the world is founded in Vevey, Switzerland by founder, Henri Nestle. Surely, you have enjoyed the taste of Nescafe.

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Another quality product of Switzerland is the Lindt.

Discover the Secrets of Chocolate HERE > http://www.lindt.com/int/swf/eng/secrets-of-chocolate/#

This Lindt chocolate is bought at Jaya Jusco in Malacca.

Master Chocolatier since 1845, Lindt.