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Sunday, February 21, 2010

Famous Attractive Places in Switzerland 4




 Gstaad/Saanenland 
Looking for a ski resort where you can gain some experience without be subjected to extremely difficult courses? If so, then Gstadd might be the place for you. Their courses attract mostly beginners and intermediate skiers because the slopes aren't as insane as some of the other locations in Switzerland. The only drawback for me is Gstaad is a bit on the pricey side. Swank hotels, trendy shops, and upscale restaurants are a common sight throughout. However, if money is not an obstacle, you will be pleased to know that the Gstadd/Saanenland area is one of the largest ski resorts in the Alps.




 Murren - Murren is truly a picturesque sight to see. Located on a high cliff in Lauterbrunnen Valley over 5,400 ft. in the air, this mountain village can only be reached by cable car. With some of the best hiking and sledding trails in all of Switzerland, you will not have a problem finding things to do when the snow isn't at it's best (Summer Months). However, during peak snow season you will find that Murren offers some of the best snow and slopes around, attracting more advanced skiers.


 Davos/Klosters - Davos is located in East Switzerland on the Landwasser River. The popularity of Davos has tailed off a bit from its heyday and the village is a bit rundown. Klosters offers a better alternative and brings in many skiers from The Netherlands and UK. This region offers ample slopes for the less experienced skier. There are many things to do, incudling superb hiking trails and mesmerizing restaurants located high in the sky.






 Laax/Films/Falera - This area offers a wide range of summer sports. Skiing and snowboarding competitions are held through the winter months. Combinded, the Laax/Films/Falera area occupies over 130 sq. miles of prime skiing opportunities. The Vorab Glacier and Crap Sogn Gion attract much of the cross country skiing crowd while Foppa and Nagens represent an awesome downhill alternative for beginner and intermediate skiers. The lodging accommodations are reasonable and isn't as pretentious as say Gstaad. If crowds aren't your thing be sure to book your trip during the weekdays, the locals take advantage of the prime snow conditions during the weekends.


 Saas-Fee - Saas-Fee is located in southwest Switzerland, next to Zermatt, and is home to the highest mountain in all of Switzerland, The Dom. What attracts many visitors to Saas-Fee is the amount of glacial activity. Glaciers of the Dom and the Allalinhorn allow for year-round sports activities, including summer skiing in some locations. With a wide range of blue rating slopes, Saas-Fee brings in much of the intermediate and advanced enthusiast. Don't be intimidated,however. There are also many slopes and schools of training for beginners.





 Grindelwald - Next on my list is Grindelwald, which lies in the valley of Bernese Oberland, located very close to the middle of Swizterland. With over 120 miles of prime ski slopes, Grindelwald skiers have many different areas to choose from, most choose the Kleine Scheidegg for a fine sking experience. What sets this location apart from the others are the slopes accesabile only by helicopter. Griendwald has some of the best helicopter skiing in the world! In addition, you will be amazed to find that Grindelwald is a hub for activity. If you ever get tired of the slopes, (highley unlikely) Grindelwald is filled with museums, top notch golf courses, and a wide array of other adventure sports.


 St. Moritz - Want to experience a resort full of rich history, world class lodging, and 300+ days of sunshine? If so, then St. Moritz is the place for you! Located in the far south east corner of Switzerland, St. Moritz is one of the most famous destinations in Switzerland. Beginners will enjoy the area of Corviglia where you will experience relatively easy slopes while advanced skiers will soak up the mind-numbing bliss of Pontresina. The view is said to be majestic. However, as with many of the other higher end resorts in Switzerland, be prepared to spend a bit of money!

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Famous Attractive Places in Switzerland 3




 The Chillon Castle
 – Also known as the Chateau de Chillon, the Chillon Castle is one of the most famous castles in Switzerland located near Montreux. It was home to the Count of Savoys from the 12th to the 14th century, and consists of 100 buildings, several dungeons, three courtyards and four great halls. Each hall provides spectacular views of Lake Geneva.



 Zermatt 
Are you fond of skiing? If so, Zermatt should be on the top of your list of Switzerland tourist attractions. Other than providing great slopes for the sport, it also offers great views of the Swiss Alps, particularly the famous Matterhorn. You can go shopping and dining around the town, too.




 Geneva Jet D’eau
  This fountain in the heart of one of Switzerland’s major cities is one of the tallest fountains in the world, projecting water up to 140 meters high. Built in 1891, it is also considered one of the symbols of the city of Geneva.


There are other sights to see in Geneva, too. While there, drop by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum or the Cathedral de St. Pierre. There are many other museums and historical buildings worth visiting, too, as well as shops and restaurants to accommodate your lifestyle.




 Swiss National Park
The only national park in Switzerland, the Swiss National Park covers almost half the area of the entire country. It has several hiking trails, too – all of which offer various stunning views of the Alps, which is why it is one of the must-see Switzerland tourist attractions.




 Swiss Transport Museum
 Take a look at the exhibit of locomotives, ships, aircrafts and automobiles at this popular Swiss museum or drop by the Planetarium for an out-of-this-world experience. You can also see the paintings and sculptures of Swiss artist Hans Erni or simply catch a film at the museum’s IMAX theatre.

These are just the top Switzerland tourist attractions. If you want to make the most of your trip, you can always see much more but as long as you visit these spots, you’re sure to understand why Switzerland is a popular tourist destination, and one you’ll want to revisit in the future.




Top 10 Places to Ski in Switzerland 
Switzerland is an amazing ski country defined by the majestic Swiss Alps. The winter months offer the opportunity for novice and experts skiers alike to carve up some of the finest white powder on Earth!


Listed below is a breakdown of Switzerlands top 10 resorts and places to ski. These 10 locations not only represent Switzerland's best, but are also some of the most sought after locations in the world!
 Arosa - Located in the Eastern section of Switzerland, Arosa is a summer and winter resort. Full of tradition and history, Arosa creates an experience that cannot be fully digested without an extend stay. So how are the slopes? Arosa has over 50 miles of pristine terrain for you to fully immerse in. The air is especially pure and the slope drop offs will challenge even the most experienced skiers. Nature lovers will also enjoy the relative isolation of Arosa as compared to some of the other resorts on this list

Monday, February 15, 2010

Famous Attractive Places in Switzerland 2



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Places To Visit In Switzerland 
When you travel to Switzerland, the first city you are likely to go to is Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland. The city is Switzerland’s main commercial and cultural centre and sometimes called the Cultural Capital of Switzerland.


According to several surveys from 2006 to 2009, Zürich was named the city with the best quality of life in the world as well as the wealthiest city in Europe. It is also the sixth most expensive city in the world, where a 350 ml bottle of water costs as much as US$5.


However, don’t let the high Swiss standard of living scare you, as there is plenty to see and do in Zurich. The city is situated where the river Limmat issues from the north-western end of Lake Zurich, about 30 km north of the Alps. Zürich is surrounded by lovely wooded hills.


You can stay at Leoneck Hotel as it is conveniently close (5 to 10 mins walk) to the main train station (Hauptbahnhof), Old Town attractions and the main shopping budget. The hotel is also right next to a tram stop. The hotel offers reasonable charges, at between US$ 155 and US$ 240, depending on the season, per night for a twin room. You may also want to check out the Crazy Cow Restaurant at the basement of the hotel. It serves Swiss food served in troughs and pails, and is also open to non-hotel guests


Do bring a pair of good walking shoes, even if you don’t plan to go hiking. Many parts of Switzerland is on a slope. You can do your sight-seeing near the Old Town and along the Limmat River. Not to be missed are the Fraumunster Church, with its window paintings by Chagal, and the Landesmuseum, the biggest Swiss history museum. You can take a river bus and cruise down the Limmat River, soaking in the sights of Zurich.


The main shopping belt is the Bahnhofstrasse, with famous labels, fast food and upmarket restaurants, and cafes lining the promenade. The road also connects the main train station to Lake Zurich. At Lake Zurich, you can take a cruise to other parts of the city. It can get quite chilly, so don’t forget to bring a jacket. 


Nature-and-Sightseeing-in-Switzerland is one of the best holidays you can choose. Another place to visit is Lucerne, a German-speaking part of Switzerland. The Old Town of Lucerne is a concentrated patch of land and most of the tourist attractions can be easily covered within 20 minutes by foot. One of the highlights of Lucerne’s historical centre is the Lowendenkmal or Lion Monument.

This massive statue was erected to commemorate the massacre of the Swiss Guard while defending the Tuileries (France’s Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette and their family), who died in Paris in 1792 during the French Revolution. The weeping lion has a lance firmly implanted into his mid-section and his paw is resting upon the seal of France. This masterpiece is the work of Bertel Thorvaldsen and was completed between 1819 and 1821. From there, enjoy the view of the old iconic Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden bridge in Europe.
Switzerland Tourist Attractions


– What to See in Switzerland Switzerland is known as The Land of the Alps, and rightfully so. Bordered by France, Germany, Italy and Austria, Switzerland offers the most breathtaking views of the panoramic Alps. Though small, it is also one of the richest countries in the world, which is why there is no wonder many tourists dream of a Swiss vacation. There are plenty of Switzerland tourist attractions, too, although there are five you should definitely stop to see.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Famous Attractive Places in Switzerland


Switzerland is HEAVEN ON EARTH...

once you step on this paradise; you wonder God has unleashed all its splendor and beauty on Switzerland. Millions of visitors from all over the world travel to Switzerland for- honeymoon, traveling, family holidays, sports, and relaxation. Scores of Bollywood songs have been shot in the beautiful locales of Swiss Alps. This place is multilingual and fusion of German, French, Italian forms strong culture.

Switzerland is the tourist friendly country in Europe, the trains, funicular railways, cable cars, and ski lifts offers tourist to visit the scenic places and inaccessible areas on tours.
Still wondering where to go in Switzerland? We give you sneak peak into the most popular destination to travel to Switzerland.


Board on flights to Switzerland and visit its stunningly beautiful and largest city, Zurich. We give you necessary information on cheap flights to Zurich and hotels for trouble-free accommodation. Circles around in the northern end by beautiful Lake Zurich the city robust snow-clad peaks, 19th century mansions, historic buildings. One of the best shopping destinations in the world, it boasts world famous opera, restaurants, museums, and galleries.


Our online site provides you details of flights in Switzerland, to reach your dream destinations in a hassle free way. "Interlaken," the oldest and most popular place adorned with the gorgeous views of Swiss Alps, majestic Jungfrau Mountain, it provides plethora of fun activities for adventure lovers like rock climbing, paragliding, downhill skiing, snowboarding, swimming, and sailing; "Bern" is travelers dream! Cobbled streets, sandstone arcaded buildings, street fountains, and medieval architecture, Zytglogge medieval clock and garden of roses; "Geneva" the seat of several United Nations Organizations famous sites are Jet d'Eau fountain, Flower Clock; Fashionable Zearmatt covered with enchanting beauty of Snowfall; lovely city of "Vevey" on the northern shore of Lake Geneva is famous for its vineyards.