瑞士英文简介-Switzerland.pptVIP

Switzerland Presented By: Rachel Thysell Where is it? Switzerland Landlocked alpine country in Western Europe Roughly over 7 million people 4 national languages Swish German, French, Italian, Romansh Switzerland Everything printed in three different languages German, French, and Italian Religion Roman Catholic 47.6% Protestant 44.3% other 8.1% Currency 10 francs 1 franc 1 franc (reverse) Swiss Franc (CHF) 1 U.S. Dollar = 1.2268 Francs Economy Strong economy in banking and finance Ranked as most competitive in the world by the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report Banking, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals are very important industries, however tourism is biggest Tradition of political and military neutrality Several international institutions United Nations has second largest center in Geneva Red Cross founded there in 1863, still has its institutional center in the country Weather Springtime Daytime temperature range 8 to 15° C (46-59° F) Bring along a sweater and your hiking shoes! The Alps The Alps Greatest mountain range system of Europe Stretching from Austria in the East to France in the West Swiss Alps are the central portion of the mountain range Interlaken Interlaken Located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun Named after its geographical position Jungfrau Mountain (4158 M) is main attraction for backpackers Interlaken lays at the flat area at the end of the Lauterbrunnen Valley Interlaken Very popular in winter for skiing and snowboarding Jungfrau Top Ski Region 3 ski resorts interconnected Also offers breathtaking views, hiking, mountain biking, and a point of relaxation Hiking in the Alps More than 22,000 miles of well-kept trails Criss-cross through meadows, forests, glaciers, and magnificent views of towering peaks At bottom in Interlaken, offers chance for rest and snacks Mürren Mürren Mountain village in middle of Alps, free of public cars, home of highest altitude ski resort Population 450 Home of famous revolvi