Switzerland is a country in Central Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Switzerland that most people don't know.
Switzerland invented milk chocolate, the Swiss Army knife, Velcro, the World Wide Web (Tim Berners-Lee worked at CERN in Geneva), and LSD. It has not been involved in a foreign war since 1815.
Switzerland has been neutral in wars since 1815 — the longest neutrality in history.
Switzerland produces over 200,000 tonnes of chocolate per year.
The Swiss army knife was first made in 1891 and has barely changed since.
Switzerland is home to the headquarters of the Red Cross and over 40 UN agencies.
Switzerland invented milk chocolate, the Swiss Army knife, Velcro, the World Wide Web (Tim Berners-Lee worked at CERN in Geneva), and LSD. It has not been involved in a foreign war since 1815.
Switzerland is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The world's most photographed mountain — a perfect pyramid peak on the Swiss–Italian border
A stunning medieval island fortress on Lake Geneva featured in a Lord Byron poem
The gateway to Europe's highest railway station at 3,454m with breathtaking Alpine views
A perfectly preserved medieval lakeside city with a 14th-century covered wooden bridge
Switzerland invented milk chocolate, the Swiss Army knife, Velcro, the World Wide Web (Tim Berners-Lee worked at CERN in Geneva), and LSD. It has not been involved in a foreign war since 1815.
The capital of Switzerland is Bern.
Switzerland has a population of approximately 8.7M.
The official languages of Switzerland are German / French / Italian / Romansh.
Switzerland gained independence in 1291.
Switzerland uses the Franc (CHF).