Switzerland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The world-famous snowcapped Alps are the background for cities and villages in the central European country. For skiers and hikers, Switzerland is a paradise.
Swiss chocolate, watches, and banking are what most people think of when they hear about the small nation that is home to fewer than ten million people.
During WW II, Switzerland remained neutral, and the nation has a long history as independent from the rest of Europe. The Swiss declined to join or participate in the European Union, even though