History, Culture, and Nightlife in Switzerland

History: Switzerland is a country with a very rich history informed by the independence and neutrality factors. It is a country that was founded way back in 1291, and since then it has never been involved in any of the big-time wars, such as the two World Wars. Switzerland also has old medieval towns like the Capital City of Bern and Lucerne, which has a historical Chapel Bridge that one must ensure forms part of all-inclusive Switzerland holiday packages. The country has castles such as Chateau de Chillon on Lake Geneva that serve to give one some insight into the history of the country. We can also refer to the country as the birthplace of the Red Cross, and also the seat of international bodies like the United Nations, which is found in Geneva.

Culture: The Swiss culture is a mixture of the German, French, Italian and Romansh cultures and is embodied in their languages, customs and cuisine. The country is also associated with the industry of watch-making, the watches of such brands as Rolex or TAG Heuer are made locally and are recognised as world-famous. Other ways that you can find fun during the Switzerland holiday include festivals available like Fasnacht in Basel, which has festive parades marked by colours and music paraded in the streets. Other traditional music which may be included in the holiday package to Switzerland includes Alphorn music and yodelling, which are all the music which is part of the mountain culture. Food lovers also get a chance to taste the food of Switzerland, such as Swiss chocolate, cheese fondue and Rosti, which is a potato dish popular in the entire country.

Nightlife: Switzerland also boasts an exciting nightlife life particularly in the cities of Zurich, Geneva, and Basel, which are included in Switzerland holiday packages deals. The Langstrasse district in Zürich is recognised as a place with bars, discos, and live music. In Geneva, there are also fine cocktail and jazz clubs. Powder rising spots such as ski resorts are established at the Zermatt resort and St. Moritz resort with Apres-ski bars where one can have a drink and fill with music during the slopes. Switzerland holidays are an all-around travel destination, whether you are venturing into history or you are experiencing the cultural traditions, or you are going out to night events.

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