Switzerland - Wikipedia History The state of Switzerland took its present form with the adoption of the Swiss Federal Constitution in 1848 Switzerland's precursors established a defensive alliance in 1291, forming a loose confederation that persisted for centuries
Switzerland | History, Flag, Map, Capital, Population, Facts - Britannica Switzerland is a federated country of central Europe Switzerland’s administrative capital is Bern, while Lausanne serves as its judicial center Switzerland’s small size—its total area is about half that of Scotland—and its modest population give little indication of its international significance
About Switzerland Switzerland is a mountainous country located in the heart of Europe, known for its four national languages: German, French, Italian, and Romansh Politically neutral, it is home to numerous international organisations
Switzerland Maps Facts - World Atlas Switzerland is the only country that is without an official capital city Located on the Swiss plateau, in the west-central part of the country, the city of Bern – is the de-facto seat of the government of Switzerland
Geography of Switzerland - Wikipedia Switzerland's natural landscape is marked by its numerous lakes and mountains It is surrounded by five countries: Austria and Liechtenstein to the east, France to the west, Italy to the south and Germany to the north
Switzerland - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Switzerland is a federation of 26 cantons The official name of Switzerland is Confoederatio Helvetica (Swiss Confederation) This is Latin and is not often used except for official state documents
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