Dimitri Burkhard
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Switzerland was pretty flat a few million years ago. This was until the plates started moving and the Alps took shape. These facts about Switzerland...
Browse our posts about Cool Facts
In this category, you will find all kinds of cool facts about Switzerland. From Swiss world records to a quiz about Switzerland or simply random facts about Switzerland, it’s all right here!
For instance, did you know that Switzerland has 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites? Or that Zürich has more than 1200 public water fountains?
How well do you know Switzerland? Take the 2nd annual Swiss quiz.
For all the trivia folks out there, here's our latest Swiss quiz to test your Switzerland knowledge...
Rajan
A quiz about Switzerland’s influence in the United States
On the occasion of America's Independence Day, here is a simple Swiss American quiz that covers the strong ties of Switzerland and the United States...
13 shocking facts about Switzerland you’ve never heard of
Here are some societal taboos and shocking facts about Switzerland.
SapoCycle – How Swiss Bubbles Save Lives (and Livelihoods)
Hotels have been advocating the responsible use of towels for years. But what about the complimentary soaps? SapoCycle is on a mission to...
Sam
14 Things to Know About the Chaplin’s World Museum (2024)
Chaplin’s World above Vevey is more than a museum: it's a historical mansion and an immersive experience dedicated to Charlie Chaplin.
15 mind-blowing figures about the Gotthard Base Tunnel
The deepest point of the Gotthard Base Tunnel is 2.3 km below the Alps - that's 1.5 times the depth of the Grand Canyon...
David Feng
13 things that newcomers will notice about the Swiss
The Swiss are a peculiar bunch, to say the least. From an early age, we are given a savings account at a Swiss bank, are encouraged to voice our opinion...
The Swiss Guards of the Vatican are sworn in every May 6
Every May 6 for more than 500 years, new recruits for the Pontifical Swiss Guards are being sworn into service in the Vatican.
