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03/12/2022

7. … in more ways than you might expect
It’s not just global conflicts in which Switzerland remains neutral. Despite its location in central Europe, the country is neither a member of the European Union or the European Economic Area. Unlike many of its neighbors, it’s also not a member of NATO and didn’t join the United Nations until 2002.

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8. Switzerland is well-prepared for conflict…
Considering the tempestuous nature of European history, it’s probably a good idea to be prepared for the worst. Well, the Swiss have done just that. One of its defense strategies is to load every main access point into the country with explosives. Around 3,000 bridges, roads, and railway lines along the Swiss border are primed to blow at a moment’s notice!

9. …but you might not realize it
Switzerland is also well-prepared for nuclear conflict. So well-prepared, in fact, that the entire country is equipped – by law – with nuclear bunkers. Many rural homes have their own bunkers, but communal ones also exist. You’ll knowingly spot some of these bunkers when exploring, as many have entrances that are disguised as quaint country cottages.

03/12/2022

4. … and shimmering lakes…
You can always count on a beautiful, pristine lake to add a touch of magic to any photograph. And if you happen to live in Switzerland, then you certainly have your fair share to choose from. In fact, the country is home to more than 7,000 lakes. While Lake Geneva, which lies to the west, is undoubtedly the most famous, you won’t have any trouble finding your own private lagoon if you venture into the great Swiss countryside.

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5. … but no coastline
Switzerland is entirely landlocked, meaning that it has no coastline. Instead, the country is bordered by five countries: France, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, and Italy. However, southern Switzerland enjoys a largely Mediterranean climate. So should you be in need of some last-minute sea breezes, the Italian coastline is less than 200km from the Swiss border.

6. Switzerland is neutral…
You’ll probably know that Switzerland was neutral during WWII, but this neutrality goes back even further than that. After centuries of continental conflict, European powers decided that they liked the idea of Switzerland as a neutral buffer. And in 1815, this neutrality was sealed at the Congress of Vienna. To this day, Switzerland remains the oldest neutral nation in the world.

03/12/2022

1. Switzerland has a few different names…
The English name for Switzerland unsurprisingly means Land of the Switzer, which is an old name for the Swiss people. However, there are actually a few other names that you will see dotted throughout the country. This includes La Suisse in French and Die Schweiz in Germany. You will often see its Latin name Confoederatio Helvetica used, too. This is also abbreviated to .ch in Switzerland’s internet code domain.

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2. … and an unusually square flag
The Swiss flag is among the most iconic in the world: the simple white cross on a red background. You’ll see it throughout the country, on official buildings, and during sports events. However, there’s one noticeable difference between the Swiss flag and others. It’s square, and entirely unique among sovereign states, apart from tiny Vatican City.

3. Switzerland is a country of towering mountains…
With much of the country covered by the Alps, Switzerland is one of the highest countries in Europe. In total, there are precisely 208 Swiss mountains that stretch up past 3,000 meters. These include the legendary Matterhorn, which can be seen on bars of the famous Swiss chocolate brand, Toblerone. Want to explore more iconic Swiss foods? Then check out our delicious guide.

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