![]() ![]() The fresh air combined with the beautiful view of Swiss summits will leave every visitor breathless and longing for more. The eye-catching contrast of green nature and blue sky is a huge feature for this country as well. The Mediterranean atmosphere, untouched landscapes, Swiss mountains and the peak of the Alps are impressive for each traveler. These ensure the strong tourist seasons all year round. Having the geographical image of Switzerland, one can surely announce that this country has a wide range of winter and summer sightseeing and sport activates. Swiss people are supposed to have high respect for nature and beauty, which has its impact on tourism development as well. The country shares five river basins and some of the largest lakes in Western Europe with its neighbors. Besides, Switzerland is considered to be the source of freshwater reserves (about 6%) of Europe. The largest lakes, namely Geneva, Neuchatel, and Biel are located in the northern part of the country. It is believed that many Swiss lakes once were glaciers and only during the last Ice Age were transformed into lakes. Lakes and Rivers cover about 4% of the country’s surface area. There are 48 peaks more than 4000m above sea level in the Swiss Alps (the highest point is Dufourspitze with 4634m). Although the greatest part of the country is covered by the Alps, only 11% of the population lives here. Contrary to its name “Plateau” this part of the country is composed of hilly areas, several large lakes, and rivers. It resembles an arc of limestone hills formed around 160 million years ago.Īlmost two-thirds of the Swiss population, main cities, and industrial centers are concentrated in the Plateau. The Jura with an average altitude of 700m covers Northern part of the country. Switzerland is split into three geographical regions: the Jura (10%), the Plateau (30%) and the Alps (60%). People speak here in four official languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. While being divided into twenty-six sovereign cantons, Switzerland is also separated by language. It encompasses Lake Lungern and, besides the village of Lungern, the settlements of Bürglen, Kaiserstuhl and Obsee. Five countries surround Switzerland: France to the west, Italy to the south, Austria and Liechtenstein on the east and Germany on the north. Coordinates: 46☄7N 8☀9E Lungern is a municipality in the canton of Obwalden in Switzerland. The landlocked Switzerland is highly industrialized and has many advantages, thanks to its great geographical features. Switzerland is a small mountainous country located in the Western-Central Europe. Thus, only within three-hour journey you can witness sunny palm avenues and imposing glaciers. Altogether, they compose unforgettable charm of this wonderful country. Whether you like mountains and hills, lakes, rivers and glaciers, dreamy villages and well preserved medieval cities. In this small area (the north-south distance is 220km and the east-west distance 346km) you will find a magnificent variety of sceneries convenient to all type of preferences. This small landlocked country in central Europe also known as the land of Swiss Alps fascinates with its unique and diverse beauty even the most demanding client. ![]()
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