All about Switzerland; What is the meaning of the Swiss flag, what is the Swiss capital? What is the time difference, what is the currency?
The largest cities in terms of area are Wallis, Bern and Zurich. Being bordered by powerful countries has in a short time played an important role in the development of Switzerland and has become one of the richest countries in Europe.
Switzerland, where the banking sector developed, signed an agreement with European states before the First World War and promised not to go to war. The main reason for this is that most international monetary funds are located in Switzerland.
All about Switzerland
Number of cities – 19
Cities with the highest population density – Bern, Ticino, Uri, Jura, Uzern, St. Callen
Swiss Inventions – Kettle, Pocket Knife, Fork Knife, Scanning Microscope, Aluminum Foil, Hot Water Bag, Checkbook,
Highest Mountains – Lyskaam, Dufourspitze, Alphubel, Dom
The largest lakes – Lake Kontanz, Lake Geneva
Area – 41,285 square kilometers
Population – 8 million 642 thousand
Official Language – German, Italian, Dutch
Climate – Continental climate. Snowy and cold in winter, cool and dry in summer
Average altitude – 1,307 meters
Average life expectancy – 72 for women, 69 for men
Swiss athletes – Simon Ehammer (athlete), Haris Seferovic (footballer), Roger Federer (tennis player),
Maxime Jaquier and Davim Ramseler (basketball player)
Swiss Writers and Thinkers – Carl Gustav Jung, Dominique Caillat, Max Frisch, Monique Schwitter, Albert Steffen
Swiss Cast – Ursula Anders, Bruno Ganz, Marc Benjamin, Robert Hunger Buhler, Anne Richard, Ursina Lardi, Barbara Melzi
Meaning of the Swiss flag
The cross on the Swiss flag is sacred to all Christians, regardless of Catholic, Protestant or Orthodox. Hz. Three years after Jesus proclaimed his prophecy, he was crucified by the Jews. The reason why the cross is white is Hz. It is Jesus who calls all people to peace. The red background represents Christians who were executed for their religious beliefs. The coat of arms of Switzerland is exactly the same as the flag.
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern. Bern is known for its natural beauties and historical buildings and has about 420 thousand inhabitants. There are many monasteries and palaces dating back to the Middle Ages in Bern, which has been named European Capital of Culture twice in a row.
What is the time difference between Turkey and Switzerland?
Switzerland is 1 hour behind Turkey.
What is the currency of Switzerland?
Switzerland is the only country in Europe whose currency is the franc.
Interesting facts about Switzerland
1- According to the Hague Agreement signed in 1907, Switzerland cannot declare war on anyone unless border security is violated. It is also forbidden for any other European country to declare war on Switzerland.
2- Most banks in the world are located in Switzerland.
3- Switzerland is one of the 3 richest countries in the world.
4- Switzerland is the only country where the principle of direct democracy is applied. This is because the country is governed by MPs, not heads of state.
5- Due to the principle of neutrality, Switzerland has not become a member of the European Union. In 2013, a referendum was held and the public was asked to “enter the European Union?” it was asked. 62% of Swiss said they should not be members of the European Union.
