Switzerland

Switzerland (German: Schweiz, French: Suisse, Italian: Svizzera), officially the Swiss Confederation is a country situated in western Europe. It has borders with France to the west; Germany to the north; Austria and Liechtenstein to the east; and Italy to its south. Switzerland comprises 26 cantons which are divided into three main linguistic regions – German in the north, French in the west and Italianspeaking areas along its Mediterranean coast – making it one of only four countries that have an official language from each of these groups. Its population numbers approximately 8 million people. The capital city is Bern while Zurich is considered as its largest city with 400 thousand inhabitants.

The ancient history of Switzerland dates back hundreds of years long before modern day formation when early Neolithic tribes settled there during 4000 BC-2000BC period giving rise to Celtic culture after 500BC followed by Roman rule between 58 BC-400AD resulting in Christianization within 4th century AD transforming most parts into feudal society under powerful dukes who eventually formed first independent alliances leading towards independence until 1315 when they were unified as single nation known today as “Confederacy”. This was further strengthened through various treaties like Treaty Of Westphalia 1648 guaranteeing their neutrality & sovereignty over centuries since then ensuring peace among other European nations even throughout two world wars despite being surrounded by them all sides allowing democratic governance system flourish without external interference becoming economically prosperous having one highest standards living across globe due majorly exports goods services especially banking sector remaining neutral ground conflicts negotiations ever since forming backbone international diplomacy efforts United Nations amongst many others also famous for wide variety tourist attractions such Matterhorn Alps beautiful lakes etc

Today, Switzerland remains a federal republic consisting of 26 cantons under direct democracy tradition where citizens hold referendums on legislative proposals brought forth either directly or through elected officials at both national regional levels hence providing strong political stability much needed economic growth currently ranked top 20 list global GDPs per capita maintaining high quality life low unemployment rates abundant natural resources including hydroelectricity serving hub finance industry housing numerous corporate headquarters diverse landscape ranging from mountains glaciers deep glacial valleys plains countryside offers great opportunities outdoor activities skiing hiking mountaineering cycling sailing paragliding snowboarding rafting kayaking fishing winter sports creating vibrant tourism scene visitors alike enjoying fantastic scenic beauty picturesque villages charming cities rich cultural heritage array delicious culinary creations around time year earning place ‘most livable’ places planet Earth inspiring millions dreamers adventurers come explore discover wonder heart Europe