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About The People
Did You Know...... This country holds the world record for eating the most chocolate. Citizens consume 19 pounds on av »» More
Fashion... Conservative causal clothes are the norm for people in Switzerland
outside of the office. Whe »» More
Socializing... The Swiss are known for their skill, integrity and punctuality. They pride themselves on honoring th »» More
Family... The Swiss who live in urban areas tend to have small families; one or two children are the norm. Mul »» More
Sports & Recreation... Hiking is one of the most popular leisure activities in the country, and there are more than 50,000 »» More
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Switzerland History
Originally inhabited by the Helvetians, or Helvetic Celts, the territory comprising modern Switzerland came under Roman rule during the Gallic wars in the 1st century BC and remained a Roman province until the 4th century AD. Under Roman influence, the population reached a high level of civilization and enjoyed a flourishing commerce. Important cities, such as Geneva, Basel, and Zurich, were linked by military roads that also served as trade arteries between Rome and the northern tribes.
After the decline of the Roman Empire, Switzerland was invaded by Germanic tribes from the north and west. Some tribes, such as the Alemanni in central and northeastern Switzerland, and the Burgundians, »» More | Statistics, Graphs, Charts, & Data Tables
Capital Cities... Bern »» History of Bern
Population: 1,123,913
GDP: $309,900,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 41,290 (sq km) 15,942 (sq mi)
Currency: Swiss franc
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