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         SWITZERLAND
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Switzerland is a landlocked
country in central Europe. The
Alps occupy the southern half
of the country, forming two
main east-west chains divided
by the rivers Rhine and Rhone.
Summers are generally warm and
winters cold, and both are
affected by altitude. Northern
Switzerland is the industrial
part of the country and where
its most important cities are
located. It is also in this
region that the famous
cheeses, clocks, watches and
chocolates are produced.
Switzerland has huge earnings
from international finance and
tourism.

Area (Sq. Km): 41,287

Population: 6,509,000

Capital: Bern

Language:
German
French
Italian

Religion:
Roman Catholic 49%
Protestant 48%

Government Type:
Federal republic

Currency: Swiss franc

Embassy:
16/18 Montagu Place
London
W1H 2BQ
0171-723-0701

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129