Switzerland - is not just the snow-white Matternhorn peak, Zermatt with its parties or stiff Zurich. In this country there are lovely medieval towns, emerald alpine meadows, dangerous peaks and mountain lakes.
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Commit "transition" through the Alps
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St. Gotthard, Switzerland's most famous mountain pass, is situated at an altitude of 2108 meters. On the pass there are a few reminders of the Swiss Suvorov expedition. It is necessary to see the 12-meter-high Orthodox cross, carved directly in the rock, to see the sculpture of a commander mounted on top of the St. Gotthard and find inconspicuous temple on the cliff.
To have a ride on the steepest railway in Europe
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Mount Pilatus is one of the most beautiful peaks of Switzerland, situated at an altitude of 2129 meters. Climbing on it in the summer time can be committed by the steepest in the world railway (lift angle - 48 degrees!) from the village of Alpnachstad, or by a three-stage cable car (all year) from the village of Kriens. And you can walk there, travel time is 4-5 hours.
Explore the castles in Sion
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Sunny Sion, the capital of the Swiss canton of Valais , is the town where harmony of history and modernity coexists for 7000 years. Here there is a unique spirit of the French: in the architecture of houses, small cafes (be sure to try the local white wine Fendant). In its historical centre you can make nice leisurely walking, staring at the views that are so characteristic of the Swiss towns. In addition, in Sion there are two medieval castles - Tourbillon and Valerie, towering on the opposite hills. Especially interesting is the castle complex Valerie. Inside you can see the organ of the XV century, a collection of ancient icons, weapons and armor.
Try the famous gingerbread in Appenzell
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This beautiful town, located near the border with Austria, is itself an attraction. It is interesting to have a look at the main street Hauptgasse, dotted with pretty houses with colorful frescos (completely closed by the movement of vehicles), visit the museum, which occupies six floors of City Hall. In Appenzell you can try delicious gingerbread, generously flavored with marzipan and almond kernels, watch their preparation process at the local bakery, and if you're lucky - even take part.
