Proper nounSingular Switzerland Plural - Switzerland
Related termsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Switzerland (German: die Schweiz French: la Suisse, Italian: Svizzera, Romansh: Svizra), officially the Swiss Confederation (Confoederatio Helvetica in Latin, hence its ISO country codes CH and CHE), is a federal republic consisting of 26 states named cantons, with Bern as the seat of the federal authorities. The country is situated in Central Europe where it is bordered by Germany to the north, France to the west, Italy to the south, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. Switzerland is a landlocked country whose territory is geographically divided between the Jura, the Central Plateau and the Alps; adding together an area of 41,285 km (15,940 sq mi). The Swiss population of approximately 7.8 million people concentrates mostly on the Plateau, where the largest cities are to be found. Among them the two global cities and economic centres of Zürich and Geneva. Switzerland is one of the richest countries in the world by per capita gross domestic product, with a nominal per capita GDP of $67,384. Zürich and Geneva have respectively been ranked as having the second and third highest quality of life in the world. The Swiss Confederation has a long history of neutrality—it has not been in a state of war internationally since 1815—and was one of the last countries to join the United Nations. Switzerland is home to many international organisations, including the World Economic Forum, the Red Cross, the World Trade Organization and the second largest UN office. On the European level it was a founder of the European Free Trade Association and is part of the Schengen Agreement. Switzerland comprises three main linguistic and cultural regions: German, French, Italian, to which are added the Romansh-speaking valleys. The Swiss therefore do not form a nation in the sense of a common ethnic or linguistic identity. The strong sense of belonging to the country is founded on the common historical background, shared values (federalism, direct democracy, neutrality) and Alpine symbolism. The establishment of the Swiss Confederation is traditionally dated to 1 August 1291; Swiss National Day is celebrated on the anniversary. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What is it that makes Switzerland's economic, political, and historical landscape so unique? Q. I often find myself coming across references to the neutrality and singularity of Switzerland's political and economic system. I have never familiarized myself with the country's history and know next to nothing about its current affairs. Please explain those things that set Switzerland apart from most other nations and make the country so frequently worthy of mention. Asked by genus9878 - Mon Aug 13 23:35:24 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. A famous quote from Harry Lime (Orsen Wells), in "The Third Man" "In Italy for 30 years under the Borgias they had warfare, terror, murder, and bloodshed, but they produced Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and the Renaissance. In Switzerland they had brotherly love - they had 500 years of democracy and peace, and what did that produce? The cuckoo clock." Answered by Retired - Fri Aug 17 18:04:46 2007 How far in advance should I book a trip to Switzerland? Q. I want to go to Geneva, Switzerland the second week of March 2010. I am planning on going Friday, March 5, and returning Sunday, March 14 if that makes a difference. Also, any recommended airlines? Asked by DPM - Sun Oct 4 19:42:12 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. book as early as you can. usually it makes the flight cheaper. i don't know where you are flying from so it makes it difficult for me to answer to you but you can check the following. www.swiss.com www.ebookers.com www.edreams.com otherwise just check discounters online that fly from your country. have a nice trip. Answered by extant - Mon Oct 5 17:10:48 2009 What to take over to switzerland in regards to clothing for everyday+snowboarding?
Q. Hey i live in Australia and am going to switzerland in January... just wondering will there be days when i will want to wear a t-shirt down the street? Are hoodies acceptable within the teenage society? Jeans? What do most ppl wear while boarding? the jumpsuits or the 2 piece? Do they sell those beanies with the dongles ropes coming down? Thanks! Asked by James - Sat Nov 22 00:23:41 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. sounds fantastic...go to the Switzerland tourist travel site. Check out the climate ...remember when travelling to take one T-shirt to wear and one to give away. Roll all your clothes into tiny rolls and slip a rubber band over them, you can fit more in your bag that way. Days and nights are cold, discos and bars and hotels central heated. No do not wear a hoody unless you are travelling with a heap of other teenagers. Jeans yes make sure they are clean though. Odd sectional clothing check out the holiday pics. No one suit you'll look like ABBA. Every major town and airport will have tourist traps. be yourself set your own trend. Don't make yourself out to be an Aussie clown to cover your insecurity. Check out the international… [cont.] Answered by Penguin Online - Sat Nov 22 00:51:52 2008 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Switzerland"
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