Switzerland is a country situated right in the middle of Western Europe, adjacent to France and Germany. This country has always grabbed the visitors by its glory and magnificent snow-capped mountains below blue skies, crystal clear lakes, endless green fields and small towns that have remained in glamour since Middle Ages. Travelling to Switzerland has always been a dream of any holidaymaker because of its engaging scenery.
LANDFORMS
As mentioned, above Switzerland is small but has borders with many countries in Europe. The west borders with France in the Alsace region and with the hatchway are Basel and Geneva. The southern region borders with Italy, especially the famous Lake Como. The northern borders with Germany are a large area with the gateway is Zurich and the East borders with Austria and Liechtenstein.
As a homeland located entirely in Alps, the sceneries feature of Switzerland is mostly mountainous.
CURRENCY
The Euro can be used in Switzerland but you should exchange it to Swiss Franc (CHF) for accommodation. Exchange rate against the Rupee: 1 INR = 0.0113280 CHF. You can swap in Vietnam or bargain right at the counters at the airports, stations or right in the hotels you stay.Switzerland is one of the most premium countries in Europe, not less than the Nordic region.All kinds of trip costs, from dining, traveling, sightseeing and hotels are very high-ticket.
LANGUAGE
Due to the common border with many countries, the language of Switzerland is also an underpass of many languages in the world. Depending on the region, French, German, Italian and Romansh are generally used. In the high peak areas, at resorts or visitor’s sites, all can speak English.
AVERAGE LODGING EXPENSE
Switzerland is also very well-known for hotels and resorts on high mountains. These are warm recoils for winter with cold snow, or simply a place owns a ravishing view with the lavish mountains and rivers below. Hostel in Switzerland with average room rates from CHF30 / night / bed, private room price from CHF75 / night these are for cheap rates.If you desire to lodge in a hotel, the room rates are about CHF80-110 / night for a double room, much more extravagant than the common price of Europe. Especially in big cities like Geneva or Zurich the room rates is even evolved, about €90 / night or more for a hotel room.
HAPPY MEAL
Dining in a restaurant in Switzerland is a pretty superfluity option but on the cheaper side you can go to the supermarket to buy food to cook at the hostel such as pasta, sauce, rice, eggs, fresh fruit (when choosing a hostel, you should take a closer look. Is there a kitchen there for cooking?). Normally, with self-cooking, it only costs CHF6-12 / day, if you can choose a hostel with breakfast included in room rates, it is even better.
Also, the prices at the stores are very different at different stores. Wines and beer are way too expensive in Switzerland. The meat in Switzerland is very expensive especially (beef) is very costly, and should choose vegetable on the cheaper side.
HOP SKIP AND JUMP FROM SWITZERLAND
As the third largest city in Switzerland, Geneva offers very enthralling experiences such as sailing on Lake Geneva (the symbolic lake of the city). Many museums and fountains are among the top in the world and the food courts are extremely rich.
Bern has a quirky prehistoric old quarter so you can wander all day without getting bored. And don’t forget to visit the Parliament Building (Swiss Federal Assembly) of the Swiss Federation. Bern is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Zurich is the largest city as well as contains a lot of non-fictional values of Switzerland. You can walk around the small avenues, the old streets with vintage look. Remember to climb up the hill to watch the Limmat River and the city view when the city lights up at sunset.
DO NOT MISS OUT ON THESE SWITZERLAND WONDERS!!!
Bernese Oberland region and Mount JUNGFRAU
Many people know Switzerland for the first time because of the top of Europe – Jungfrau summit. But the places around this legendary mountain are also very beautiful. To experience Jungfrau, we usually head to the region’s largest town – Interlaken. From Interlaken you can take a day trip to visit mountain villages like Murren, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald.
LUCERN REGION AND MOUNT PILATUS
Lucerne is a large region with Lake Lucern, the notorious city of Lucerne and many mountains surrounding it. The city is considered signature of Switzerland as the perfect combination of urban and natural life. Besides, the mountain just outside of the city of Lucerne – Mt. Pilatus, assures you a panoramic view which could be reached through a cable car to get to the top from within the city.
In addition to Pilatus, there are also two mountains worth visiting, which is Rigi and beyond is Tilis. To get to Rigi you combine to take a ferry across Lake Lucerne to Vitznau and continue to take the train to the top of Rigi Kulm. As for Tilis, you can take a day trip from Lucerne to Engelberg by train and continue to get to Tilis by cable car.
MONTERA AND SWISS RIVIERA REGION
Experience the Swiss Riviera region located in Lavaux and along the shores of Lake Geneva, you can see the vineyards next to the lake. Look up at the Château de Chillon castle located in the town of Montreux, which is famous for its annual Jazz festival. You can spend a few nights in Montreux and continue explore nearby lakeside towns like Vevey or Lausanne.
