Let's "square" away the most interesting fact about the Swiss flag: it's the only national flag that's square instead of rectangular!
Archive - May 2020
Map of Zurich and Helpful Tips to Get Around (2024)
Reading a map allows one to wander around a city in the mind. For Zurich maps, look no further: here is a downloadable PDF map plus many special maps.
16 ways to travel the world without leaving Switzerland
Dear readers, you don't need to travel far to see the world. It's all right here in Switzerland! From the Hawaii to India, here are our top picks.
These power spots in Switzerland allow you to recharge
Be it hidden waterfalls, tranquil forest lakes, scenic peaks or ancient places of worship: there are quite a few power spots in Switzerland.
10 Swiss museums with truly stunning architecture
Follow me on a visual journey as I present you 10 Swiss museums that have especially beautiful architecture - from Chur to Geneva and Zürich.
10 Swiss Cities to Visit in Your Lifetime
There's a common (and winning) formula for Swiss cities: take a charming old town, add a river or a lake and put some scenic mountains within sight...
How my fellow Newly Swissed writers are winging the lockdown
We live in unprecedented times... It’s likely that the 2020 pandemic lockdown will have such an impact that we will tell future generations about it.
Smile! These statues in Switzerland are perfect for selfies
From the shores of Lake Geneva to the lush alpine valleys of Bern, statues in Switzerland are in some rather privileged spots.
The town of Flims is a showcase of Grisons architecture
The mountainous east of Switzerland is also a hot spot for architecture. From Zumthor to Olgiati, Grisons has amazing landmark buildings.