The capital of Switzerland is Bern. It is situated near the river Aare and was discovered in 1911.Bern the capital of Switzerland has a rich culture and the place is also famous for historic sites. Bern is just 122 km from Zurich which is the closest International airport.
It is famous for its Toblerone chocolate and Emmental cheese. Albert Einstein researched in Bern. The capital of Switzerland Bern is a perfect example of a medieval town. Magnificent sandstone buildings, historical towers and beautiful fountains enhance the beauty of Bern.
Bern was crowned as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO. The House of Parliament and the Prison Tower are the important places of Bern. The live proceedings of the Parliament can be attended by the common man. The markets of Bern are worth visiting.
The city of Bern is built in a Gothic style. The buildings have bay windows, gables and arcades. Munster-Cathedral is the prime Gothic cathedral. The Heiliggeist-Kirche is
an example of the Protestant church style.
Bern has the famous clock tower with puppets popping out at hourly intervals. The work of the great artists is preserved in the Center Paul Klee. The Swiss Alpine Museum has evidences of the history of Alps. The Aare River in Bern is famous for its sparkling beauty. All ages of people enjoy swimming in it during summers. Bern is not only a famous tourist destination but a hub of all the major political and cultural events.
There are more than 2000 hotels accommodating large number of tourists throughout the year.
