Geography and Environment
The following maps portray the physical, cultural and human features within Switzerland.
Physical Features
This map represents the climate zones throughout the country. Looking at the map the upper half of the country has the warmest temperature ranging from 60-50 degrees. Though heading into the Alps region the temperature drops to 30-20 degrees.
Best Country Reports (n.d.). Retrieved February 6, 2017, from http://www.bestcountryreports.com/Temperature_Map_Switzerland.php |
Cultural Regions
Human Features
This is the famous Chateau De Chillon, located in the city of Montreux. This castle is frequently visited by tourists as its beautiful view on Lake Geneva brings many in. The castle contains 11 rooms and a lake view from the top. This site has been known as to be the inspiration from the castle in The Little Mermaid movie.
Tourist Attractions (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from http://keshu121591.blogspot.com/2014/03/tourist-attractions-in-switzerland.html |
This is the statue of Charlie Chaplin in Switzerland. Chaplin is a famous silent film, slap stick actor who after his Hollywood career settled in Switzerland with his family. Chaplin's figure is located in the town of Vevey.
Swiss Info (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/culture/chaplin-s-world_long-awaited-chaplin-museum-opens-in-switzerland/42093536 |
This is the Alimentarium food museum located in Vevey, Switzerland. This museum is sponsored by Nestle, as the corporations headquarters are down the street. This museum is a frequent tourist spot that has exhibits about food, manners, digestion and much more that goes along with eating.
TripAdvisor (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g198827-d246801-Reviews-Alimentarium_Food_Museum-Vevey_Canton_of_Vaud.html |
This is the Cailler Chocolate Factory located in Gruyere Switzerland. This is a main tourist attraction when visiting the country. Within the museum, one is able to see the preparation and process of making chocolate, along with purchasing and taking chocolate making lessons.
Maison Cailler (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from http://www.myswitzerland.com/en-us/cailler-chocolate-factory.html |
Physical Features
Switzerland is the home of the Matterhorn. This physical feature is a destination spot within the country. Many come to ski, snowboard and hike the mountain. Additionally, the Matterhorn is the inspiration for one of Disney's rides in its theme park.
My Switzerland (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from http://www.myswitzerland.com/en-us/the-matterhorn-in-your-sights.html |
The Swiss Plateau is one of the three major landscapes in what makes up Switzerland. The plateau takes up to 30% of the land in the country. This is a major region of the countries unique identity.
Swiss Wanderer (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2017, from http://www.swisswanderer.com/travel-interests/art-and-culture/a-short-guide-to-the-swiss-plateau/ |