Lausanne – the Olympia of modern times

Lausanne – the Olympia of modern times

The most famous five rings of modern times are not Greek; they are Swiss. In 1915, the chairman of the then IOC, Pierre de Coubertin, declared Lausanne to be the home of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). In 1994, the

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The National Swiss Wrestling Championship

The National Swiss Wrestling Championship

Wrestling in Switzerland In „dr Schwiiz“ (en.: Switzerland), wrestling is also known colloquially as “Hoselupf“ (en.: trouser lift). This is a special form of wrestling unique to Switzerland. One of the differences is that the wrestling takes place within a

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The Zurich Knabenschiessen

The Zurich Knabenschiessen

This traditional Swiss festival takes place in Zurich (“ZĂŒri” in Swiss German) every year before the day of repentance and prayer.  “S chnabĂ€schiessĂ€â€ (en.: Knabenschiessen) is held at the AlbisgĂŒetli firing range from Saturday to Monday during the second week of

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The Dream of Studying in Switzerland

The Dream of Studying in Switzerland

More and more high school graduates come to Switzerland to get their Bachelor or Master degree. In this article, we take a closer look at the attractions of Switzerland as a place to study. Why do young people want to

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The Alphorn – a Swiss Cultural Tradition

The Alphorn – a Swiss Cultural Tradition

Its a part of Switzerland like chocolate and cheese (“Schoggi und ChĂ€s”) and whoever has been lucky enough  “luusche z döfre” (en.: hear it) the melodic tones of an alphorn can understand why this unique instrument is so much part of

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Zurich – Switzerland’s Metropolis!?

Zurich – Switzerland’s Metropolis!?

Zurich is known as the secret capitol of Switzerland. But what does this city have to offer visitors other than banks and exclusive shops? Here are some important things you should know about  “ZĂŒri” and its inhabitants. The Tram is

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The political system in Switzerland

The political system in Switzerland

In this article we talk about the political system in Switzerland. We have tried to explain the somewhat complicated subject in simpler terms. Embedded in the text are words in the vernacular that pertain to the subject. We at Learn

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Festivals and holidays in Switzerland

Festivals and holidays in Switzerland

Like every other country in the world, Switzerland has a reputation which is often somewhat cliched. The world believes that the Swiss are punctual, they are neutral and they make good “ChÀÀs” and “Schoggi”. All true of course, but did

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