Travel to Switzerland

Switzerland is lovingly called as the Land of the Alps and this is one of the favorite destinations on earth to visit. Beautiful nature has blessed this amazing country which really sometimes seems dreamlike. Visitors from every nook and corner of the world tour to Switzerland and enjoy their vacation throughout the year. Variations in altitude offer an opportunity to its entire tourist to experience spectacular changes in climate. Switzerland is one of country which is bordered by the Alps. This beautiful country is also identified as the Heaven on Earth as God has revealed its entire splendor beauty and charm on this beautiful country. Scores of Hollywood and Bollywood songs and movies have been shot in the beautiful locales of Swiss Alps. Switzerland is very popular for its rich culture as you can find fusion of German, Italian and French forms culture.

Switzerland is an outstanding country where you will find abounding scintillating natural attractions, great entertainments and cultural activities. This country will offer you superb blend of natural and manmade attractions which tempts you to visit this country again and again. Some of the major attractions in Switzerland which are must visit and see attractions and which also boasts the Switzerland Tourism are as listed below:

The Chillon Castle: This castle is also identified as the Chateau de Chillon which is the most popular attraction to visit in Switzerland. This amazing castle is located on the bank of Geneva Lake near Montreux. This castle in Switzerland is most popular and one of the oldest castle in this country. The castle is home to various ‘Count of Savoys' from the 12th to the 14th century. The Chillon Castle also comprises of over 100 buildings, numerous dungeons, three courtyards and four incredible walls. The halls of this castle offer picturesque views of the Geneva Lake and the location of this castle itself is a wonder and makes this place paradise to visit once in your lifetime span.

Swiss National Park: Swiss National Park is the finest place to see on your Honeymoon in Switzerland from where you can get different picturesque view of Alps as you go for hiking. This park is very famous and very enormous in size as it covers half the size of this beautiful country. This park is home to eagles, marmots and elks. The beautiful parks are the best to explore as it is dotted with some rich colorful flora and picturesque landscapes. The greenery all over, cool climate and the charming beauty will always remain in core of your heart forever.

Bern: Bern is the capital city of Switzerland and is the heart of this country. This capital city is one of the major destination, and which is not to be missed with any Switzerland holiday packages. The capital city of this country is also mostly preferred by the honeymooners here. Bern city is one of the world's major assets, according to the UNESCO catalogue. Bern is also very popular for its longest covered shopping region in the entire world which is located in the medieval streets which is 6 km in length. Beside these there many other attractions like the Bear Pitt, clock tower etc, which are worth to visit.

Beside all these there are many attractions and destinations which are must see and visit attractions in Switzerland. Truly speaking there is no better option for a vacation than a Holiday in Switzerland.

Situated in Western Europe, Switzerland is a federal republic and a multilingual country with four national languages (Italian, German, Romansh and French) and 26 states (also called cantons). One of the wealthiest countries across the world, this nation has been host to organizations like WTO and Red Cross and more.

Following are some of the places to visit when holidaying in Switzerland:

Fraum?er Church

Established in 853 in Zurich, this tourist attraction is rich with architectural features and has huge elaborate organ, Romanesque choir and a striking as well as picturesque built. The major draw of the church that has been pulling tourist and visitors in massive form is the glass windows beautiful stained. The marvelous windows were designed and planned in 1970 by Marc Chagall.

Rhine Falls

One of the dynamic and largest waterfalls of Europe, Rhine Falls is situated in Zurich and due to its natural beauty. The fall has a hill top over it, which holds various shops, restaurant and a medieval castle. When on a holiday in Switzerland, visiting this tourist attraction offers a breathtaking view and spectacular enigma to power of natural beauty. If you re on a holiday in Switzerland during the august, you can also witness superb fireworks presentation hosted by the Rhine falls for celebration of independence of the Swiss land.

Ch?au de Chillon

Ch?au de Chillon is a wonderful medieval castle built in 13th century and is a famous tourist attraction of this Swiss land. The castle has a lakeside location to it and was aimed to manage the area between the lake and mountains for the protection of north-south route. Every year a large number of tourist and visitors come to this castle for its magnificent structure, history and picturesque beauty. Some of the attractions that pull tourist on holiday in Switzerland to this castle are the dungeons, secret passages, courtyard, towers, luxurious chambers, grand knight's halls, furniture, paintings, huge rooms and frescoed chapel.

Lake Geneva (Lac L?n)

Lake Geneva is spread across both France and Switzerland is biggest lake of central Europe. The lake region of Swiss land is rich with attractions like ski resorts, cathedrals, castle, wine-growing villages, boat cruises and amazing lake view resorts.

Bern

Bern is an ancient city of Europe and is also a part of UNESCO's world heritage site. This Swiss land has attractions like ornate fountains, astronomical clock, old building and cobbled medieval streets. Bern is also thronged with tourist and visitors as it is also capital to this Swiss land.

Best time to visit or holiday in Switzerland

When holidaying in Switzerland for outdoor activities like capturing major Swiss attractions and architectural tour, the best or the ideal time to visit is the summer months from June-September. While for those who wish to visit this Swiss land mainly for its ski activities, the best time is the November to march.

Switzerland is regarded as one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Many holiday makers go to Switzerland on family holidays and stay in self catering holiday homes.Switzerland has a very small geographical area. That's why, all its attractions are at a stone throw's distance from one another. They can be easily reached as well. The credit of being a superb tourist destination goes to its modern and ancient architecture, museums, castles, forests, lakes, and mountain resorts. It is one of the safest places to travel due to lower crime rate.

The Jungfrau Region is a home to spectacular scenery. The meadows and green valleys in this wonderland of the Alps give a good contrast to the white peaks of 3 towering mountains- Eiger, Monch, and the Jungfrau. There is an abundance of fresh air here. There are some superb skiing chalets in this area and they can be rented direct from their owners. Many families stay in these skiing chalets and take part in the winter sports and skiing.

The Montreux town lies in the centre of the Swiss Riviera besides the Lake Geneva. The Chillon Castle can be explored by walking by the lakeside. Touring of the courtyards, tower, rooms, and dungeons of this 11th century castle would also render a pleasant experience. This castle is the most recurrently visited historical structure in Switzerland. It is the place where weaponry, furniture, and frescoes are exhibited through its various rooms. Walking along the lake front or taking a trolley bus or train would facilitate the reaching. It is possible to rent self catering holiday apartments in this area and use them as a base to explore the local area and get a feel of the local culture and food.

Basel, the 2nd largest city of Switzerland should not be missed out. This is because it witnesses the Fasnacht Spring Carnival every year. This carnival lasts for 3 days. Participants exhibit themselves in colourful masks and dresses parading on the streets. Monday is the first day of the Carnival. This Monday is the one that comes after Ash Wednesday. The bars and cafes remain open throughout the night as sweets, flowers, and confetti are distributed to the mob. Families often come here on holiday to Switzerland to experience the festival and many stay in some of the holiday chalets that can be rented as holiday homes.

The Swiss National Park constitutes an area of 169 Km. It occupies the majority of the area under woodland and mountains. The wildlife consists of marmots, ibexes, chamois, and red deer. Walking about its trails, one can admire its awesome views. It is a popular holiday destination for family walking holidays and there are some fabulous chalets available to rent as holiday homes.

Geneva is located on the banks of lake Geneva. It ranks third (in Switzerland) in terms of area. It has one of the tallest fountains in the world, fine restaurants, and enchanting museums. People passionate about alternative arts should visit Geneva. Many tourists come here on short holiday breaks and stay in one of the many self catering apartments that are available to rent.

St.Moritz is one of the most famous resorts in the world and has some fabulous chalets and self catering apartments available to rent as holiday homes. This winter resort is one of the most exclusive resorts in the world. Various winter and summer sports, along with mineral baths, mud therapies, and mud baths are put into practice here.

Lovers of skiing holidays may stay in Switzerland in some of the best skiing chalets in the world. There are also some excellent self catering apartments in Switzerland and the country offers some of the best holiday accommodation in Europe. Many families come to Switzerland on holiday year after year and enjoy the beautiful countryside and clean fresh air.

Switzerland is an example of the classic tourist country. This elegant city and the famous resorts with comfortable hotels, majestic mountains, clear lakes and scenic hillsides. Here in a small space are concentrated  all the natural beauty and outstanding works of human hands. Watch all the attractions of Switzerland as well as tours to Switzerland in the new directories tours and attractions.

In a country full of small towns with unique color, such as Biel - "watch capital" with two official languages, the famous Solothurn - a city with buildings in the Baroque style and a lot of cultural monuments, Cours - the oldest town in Switzerland, with Disentis interesting Benedictine Monastery and Museum in Myustere - Benedictine nunnery, Guarda and Splügen - a typical alpine village with lots of beautiful "Chalet", the birthplace of Le Corbusier - La Chaux-de-Fonds, with its International Museum of watches, Afoltern and Emmental, which conducts the famous exhibition of cheese making Romon, or with his Swiss museum glass painting.

Each town has a unique charm and deserves special attention.

Bern capital of Switzerland
Bern, capital of Switzerland, are typical of true fascination. Here is the federal government and the parliament. A well-preserved old town was listed as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. It is here, against the background of medieval buildings, is the largest in Europe covered shopping area.

Interlaken
The name of the resort translates as "situated between the lakes". And indeed, on the one hand sparkling lake Thunersee, on the other hand shines mirror Brienzersee and accurately between them is Interlaken. Clean mountain streams, thundering waterfalls, clear rivers and deep lakes - all Interlaken. Excellent opportunities for surfing, water skiing, fishing and water walking. Interlaken is one of the most visited and popular mountain resorts in Switzerland. There is every opportunity for active recreation. Trails are suitable skiers of any level. Many restaurants, bars, discos and nightclubs.

Zurich
Zurich is the largest city in the country and one of the most beautiful of cities. This is the business center of Switzerland and at the same time, the largest center for tourism. The historical part of town - Niederdorf - Gothic buildings and narrow streets, where there are small cafes, pastry and antique shops. Paradplats - Building XVIII-XIX centuries, with the old military parade ground, grandiose buildings and the Hotel Savoy was built in 1876, the bank Schweizerishe Kreditanstant. Niederdorf - Centre for pleasure and entertainment. 

In the evenings, there are the street musicians, a river flowing with beer and wine, are singing and dancing till midnight. Financial Center, Bahnhofstrasse, and the adjacent streets - ideal for a variety of shopping: from the products of leading companies in the world to rare and exotic things. Zurich is one of the leading centers of Europe in number and value of museums are here. Music and Theater Zurich also deserves attention.

Chillon Castle
At the distance of time walking from Montreux is one of the most famous castles in Europe - Chillon Castle, shook Byron and sung them in his poem "The Prisoner of Chillon Castle. The appearance of the castle, which towers majestically on a small rocky island, did not change with the middle of the XIII century. Caves and dungeons, knights hall and Justice still keep the spirit of the era against the Dukes of Savoy with the Protestants.

Switzerland is perfectly described as Paradise on Earth. Well if you won't believe, visit this country in Europe and you will be spell bound with its mesmerizing beauty that seems as if the Paradise has landed here. The cool breeze blowing from the Snowy Alps, scintillating surrounding, picturesque villages, serene and pristine lakes, musical rivers, magnificent sightseeing spots, gorgeous valley, adventurous landscape and the trekking trails make Switzerland the most fascinating country ideal for all types of vacations. Thousands and hundreds of tourists, nature lovers, holiday seekers and honeymooners come from the entire globe come to Switzerland lovingly called Paradise on Earth.

Switzerland is gifted with extra-ordinary fascinating holiday destinations and each place in this country is unique having its own true beauty and charm. Most of the tourists who come for Switzerland tour love to visit some of the below mentioned scintillating destination that are gifted with extra-ordinary beauty and charm.

Some of the most visited tourism destinations in Switzerland are listed below:

Zermatt

It is one of the few places in Switzerland that display the breathtakingly beautiful view of the snow capped Alps and the serenity of the nature at its best. It is the hot spot of the nature lover as well as adventure enthusiasts and so this beautiful Zermatt is visited by good number of adventure enthusiasts from across the nook and corner of the world. Come and visit to this beautiful Zermatt and enjoy vacation experiencing the thrilling activities in a delightful and memorable way. Matterhorn, Gorner Georges, Findeln Glacier, Bahnhofstrasse Street, Mountain Railroads, Market Square Zermatt are some of the worth to visit attraction in Zermatt during Switzerland tour.

The Chillon Castle

Located on the shore of Lake Geneva, the Chillon Castle is one of the most famous castles in Switzerland. Consisting of 100 buildings, it dates back to the 11th century and is the former residence of the Savoy nobility. It also has three courtyards and four great halls which offer magnificent views of the lake beyond.

Zurich

Zurich is arguably one of the best cities in the world which is deemed to give the best life to its citizens. It is one of the few places where you are sure to get awe-struck with its mesmerizing and fascinating attractions that is casting magical spell on all the tourists who have visited Zurich. Once it was the known as the Financial Standing but today is also known for its exciting tourism attractions which magnets huge number of tourists from across the globe.

Lausanne

Lausanne is one of the most fascinating cities in Switzerland that is visited by great number of tourists all the year round. It is one city whose enigmatic charm and splendor is hard to describe with words as it seems the nature has poured all the expression here in Lausanne. Well organised parks, scenic lakes, snow capped mountains, cool amiable climatic conditions and the scintillating surrounding fascinates tourists from the entire globe to Lausanne. Apart from the scintillating natural beauty tourists can also enjoy visit to Cathedrale de Lausanne, Orange Cinema, Lausanne, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, Musee de Design ET d'Arts Appliques Contemporains, etc. These are some of the famous attractions that are worth to visit and explore on Lausanne tour on visit to Switzerland.

Swiss boat cruises on the icy cold lakes which is surrounded on all sides by the beautiful snow capped mountains is a memory that is cherished by all the tourists. It gives them the feeling of having been transported into some dream world! Chur can be rightly called as one of the oldest cities in Switzerland. This enchanting city is dotted with mountains and valleys and it also has the Rhine River to its credit. This city has many world famous ski resorts and the Romantik Hotel Stern gives a memorable and visual treat to its guests by organizing rides in old coaches and wonderful sleighs. No visit of Switzerland is complete without travelling to the cities like Neuchatel, Grindelwald, Lucerne, Zermatt, Interlaken, etc.