Switzerland

So you’ve discovered that you’re part Swiss and would like to find out more about this country. Cheese, chocolates and watches – yes - but, there is more! Switzerland is a diverse country one-tenth the size of California. A country characterised by the peaceful coexistence of four national languages and with foreigners accounting for 20% of the 7.4 – million strong population. Switzerland as a centre for research; a hub for financial services; a home to many international organisations. Switzerland as a direct democracy in which no change can be made to the constitution without the consent of its people.

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		People Switzerland has a population of about 7.4 million. Foreigners account for around 20% of the resident population. + Find out more
		Culture Switzerland boasts a thriving arts scene, with its architects in particular achieving world-wide acclaim. + Find out more
		Leisure The Swiss have a well-deserved reputation for being hard workers, but they enjoy their leisure as much as anyone else. + Find out more
		Geography The geography of Switzerland is notable for its great diversity. Switzerland’s three main geographical regions are the Jura, Plateau and the Alps. + Find out more
		Environment Switzerland's topography means that the central plateau is densely populated. Industry, farming, transport and leisure activities compete for space with residential areas. + Find out more
		Science Switzerland is recognised as an international research centre. Both the Swiss state and the private sector are strongly involved in promoting science and technology. + Find out more
		Education Switzerland prides itself on its high standard of publicly-funded education. As a country with few natural resources, its prosperity depends to a large extent on its brain power. + Find out more
		Economy The Swiss economy Switzerland’s economy is based on a highly qualified labour force performing highly skilled work. + Find out more
		Politics Switzerland’s existence as a modern federal state dates back to 1848. The government is made up of seven members, elected by the Federal Assembly. + Find out more
		History Switzerland’s geographical position with its transit routes over the Alps made it a desirable possession for European great powers through the ages. + Find out more