Dive into the Swiss world of water
Switzerland’s lakes, rivers and waterfalls are a cherished life force. Here’s how to immerse yourself.
Mesmerising and hypnotic: a waterfall tumbles from forested cliffs into Lake Oeschinen, a tranquil glacial lake in the Bernese Oberland.Photograph courtesy of Switzerland Tourism
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With vast freshwater reserves and over 1,500 lakes, Switzerland is known as “Europe’s Reservoir,” and the country’s epic landscapes are largely defined by water. No wonder this landlocked country has for generations protected this most precious resource that generates such a huge diversity of natural features, from majestic rivers such as the Rhine and the Rhone and enormous lakes like Lucerne and Geneva, to the towering alpine glaciers and high waterfalls that tumble from cliffs above mountain vil
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The most beautiful lakes in Switzerland
Wed, Jan 20 2021 02:25:31 PM
By Puja Gupta
New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANSlife): Switzerland is known as the home of the mountains but did you know that Switzerland also has more than 1,500 lakes and water bodies!
Almost all Swiss cities are located on the shores of lakes. Whether it s the altitude, the crystal-clear water or the beauty of the surrounding landscape, there s something extraordinary about the sparkling lakes of Switzerland.
Switzerland holds six per cent of Europe s entire fresh water stock, which the country works hard to preserve! From swimming, fishing and water skiing to sightseeing cruises, each lake offers a unique set of fun-filled activities. Switzerland s excellent transportation system makes it easy to access almost all lakes in the country!
Switzerland holds six percent of Europe s entire fresh water stock. IANS
Switzerland is known as the home of the mountains but did you know that Switzerland also has more than 1,500 lakes and water bodies! Almost all Swiss cities are located on the shores of lakes. Whether it’s the altitude, the crystal-clear water, or the beauty of the surrounding landscape, there’s something extraordinary about the sparkling lakes of Switzerland.
Switzerland holds six percent of Europe’s entire freshwater stock, which the country works hard to preserve! From swimming, fishing, and water skiing to sightseeing cruises, each lake offers a unique set of fun-filled activities. Switzerland’s excellent transportation system makes it easy to access almost all lakes in the country!