You don't have to be Swiss to be inspired
Hemingway and Twain were deeply influenced by experiences in Switzerland.
The Swiss who left their homeland had a huge impact in fabric of our nation.
When, and why, did people leave their alpine country and make their home on the other side of the Atlantic?
What did they bring with them? How did they change our world? Let's find out.
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Download Switzerland
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Videos from Switzerland
Everyone has a phone with a camera or video capabilities.
Watch Switzerland captured by other members video cameras, or share your memories of Switzerland by uploading your video footage
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Swiss Folk Art
Swiss immigrants, brought their folk art into the new world.
They also learned from others, particularly the Amish communities, and made an important contribution to the folk art of the US.
Christmas
Not all parts of Switzerland, especially in recent years, are always blessed with a white Christmas. But it's a time of year when traditions are upheld, often even by those who are not actively religious.
