If you want a quick snack, order a Rösti. This is a fried tortilla made from grated boiled potatoes. It is sprinkled with cheese and cooked with a lot of oil. Be sure to taste tartiflette. This is a casserole of smoked bacon, potatoes, onions, and nut cream cheese. A variety of sausages are sold in large quantities here. You can also buy them for a quick snack on the street. Knakerli is made from three types of …
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The attitude to visits is special here. First of all, the locals don't arrange spontaneous parties. Anyone who wants to invite friends to visit today or tomorrow, in the evening will find that everyone around him has a day scheduled for two or three weeks in advance. All the time is not occupied with work at all. There are no workaholics at all here. Establishments that are not designed for tourists close at 16:00. …
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There are more than 15 swimming pools in the resort, and some of them are filled with sea water. To the service of vacationers, there are indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks, several high-class fitness centers, and even a center that specializes in paragliding. Despite the fact that Zermatt is considered a usual alpine ski resort, it is very interesting to visit not only in winter. The resort is much targeted at …
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You should also visit Wolli’s Park with your child. This place is more suitable for younger children. The growth doll is a symbol of the park. Children can have fun with it. Parents can enjoy the beautiful local views of Leisee Lake. There are many water rides in Wolli’s Park. You can sunbathe with your child and swim in the clear but rather cold water here in summer. If you get to Sunegga station on …
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Swiss cheeses are widely known all over the world. You will find them without problems in Zermatt. You should consider an important caveat when choosing cheeses. All expensive odorous cheeses without vacuum packaging may become the reason why you will not be allowed on the plane. Their smell is strong and persistent. So this is a controversial purchase. It is better to look for a product packed hermetically. You …
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In the evening, numerous bars and nightclubs await guests of the resort. The Papperla Bar is one of the most original venues of the region. Designed as a classic pub, this bar offers a large selection of drinks and food for its guests. Many come to the pub to listen to live music in the evening. Elsie is one of the oldest and most popular bars of the resort. It is situated in a historical building that also has a …
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Moving around in Switzerland - transportation
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Despite the fact that there is no access to the sea, water transport here has become widespread. This is due to a large number of lakes. In order to get from one shore of the lake to another, ferry services are usually used. If you just want to admire the picturesque landscapes and lake surface, you can buy a ticket for sightseeing boats. They ply along the lakes in the largest cities of the country. Cash desks are located just at the coast. You can also ride a bike in the city. There are bicycle lanes, and the two-wheeled transport can be rented in any town. In Zurich and Geneva, bicycle rental is free of charge. In such a manner, cities take care of the environment and every person an opportunity to move fast without overloading public transport and polluting the city with cars.
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Economy roadmap of Switzerland
Switzerland is famous throughout Europe for almost complete absence of the unemployment. People here are hardworking. The main production sectors of the economy were discovered in the last century. To the date, the most financially profitable industries, besides banks, are represented by watchmaking companies, light and pharmaceutical industry, agriculture, and tourism. The Swiss watch industry has gained the worldwide fame. All production assets are concentrated in Geneva, Tun, Bern, and La Chaux-de-Fonds. About 95 percent of all watches are exported. The largest enterprises are Richemont, Swatch Group, Rolex, and Patek Philippe.
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