Switzerland Historical + Religious pictures

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Look up at the spires and statues before you enter this structure in its pleasant setting surrounded by a lakeside park.

On a rocky outcrop where Lake Geneva meets the Swiss Alps stands this fascinating medieval castle on a small island.

Within the old stone walls of this 12th-century castle is a fascinating museum dedicated to Thun\'s ancient past.

Learn about tribal cultures and ancient civilizations through their distinctive art and relics. See why some of the pieces are considered to be masterpieces.

Within the old stone walls of this 12th-century castle is a fascinating museum dedicated to Thun\'s ancient past.

Within the old stone walls of this 12th-century castle is a fascinating museum dedicated to Thun\'s ancient past.

From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

Go to the highest railway station in Europe, visit an ice palace and view a colossal glacier when you take a picturesque train ride to this mountain pass.

You may never stand on the winner’s podium at the Olympic Games, but exploring this beautiful museum in Lausanne is the next best thing.

Learn about tribal cultures and ancient civilizations through their distinctive art and relics. See why some of the pieces are considered to be masterpieces.