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Switzerland, with its mountains, bridges and dams is an ideal country for those to whom recreation means letting go - literally...

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India.Treaty of Friendship

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Capital Bern
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German, French, Italian, Rumantsch
Population 7,508,700
Area 41,285 km2

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Swiss Bread

The Swiss are famous for the variety of their cheeses, but they are just as ingenious when it comes to making bread.

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DVD Water: a Swiss Perspective

DVD Water: a Swiss Perspective

Switzerland is Europe’s reservoir, but making use of this precious resource while protecting the environment is not plain sailing. Find out more from this DVD.