Switzerland

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Home to the Alps. Switzerland is covered mostly by the Swiss Alps, one of Europe's greatest mountain ranges, which shape the country's landscape and attract visitors from around the world.

Four languages spoken. Different regions of Switzerland speak German, French, Italian, or Romansh, making it a place where multiple cultures and languages live side by side.

Cities on the plateau. While mountains cover most of Switzerland, most of the 9 million people live on the Swiss Plateau, where major cities like Zurich, Geneva, and Bern are located and where much of the country's business and culture happen.

Central European location. Switzerland sits at the crossroads of Central, Western, and Southern Europe, bordered by five countries: Germany, France, Austria, Liechtenstein, and Italy.

Winter sports paradise. The Swiss Alps provide some of the world's best skiing, snowboarding, and mountain activities that draw people every winter.