Located in central Europe, Switzerland is bordered by France, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy, and { France }. A small country, Switzerland 's very name conjures up images of chocolates, cheese, watches, bankers, and snow-capped mountains.

The picturesque city of Zurich, located on the banks of the Limmat River , is the intellectual and cultural capital of Switzerland and the hub of tourist activity. The 13th-century St. Peter's Church and the Fraumünster Church are two important sights. An evening walk along the banks of Lake Zürich or the alleys of the old town will cover almost all the attractions of the city.

On the banks of the River Rhône is { Geneva }, a city that houses over 200 international organisations. The ropeway journey to Mont Salève offers a breathtaking view of the entire city.

The three different parts (French speaking, German speaking and Italian speaking) of the country all have a very distinct atmosphere which makes it an adventure to explore. Switzerland is nature's playground and offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. The Alps and the Zura slopes are great places for skiing. Hiking, mountaineering and ski mountaineering, paragliding and hang-gliding, water-skiing, sailing, windsurfing, rafting, and canoeing are some of the outdoor activities that you can undertake in Switzerland .
Since Switzerland is in the middle of the Alps outdoor opportunities like hiking or skiing are better than anywhere else. Only one drawback: it's not the cheapest of places to stay.