Articles for tag: Alps, St. Bernard, Swiss Alps

The Great Rescuers of the Swiss Alps, St. Bernards

In 980 AD a monk named Bernard de Menthon established a hospice way up in the thin air and snowy geography of the Swiss Alps. Although the timeline of exactly when those lovable rescuers known as the St. Bernard dog breed actually became a mainstay of de Menthon’s hospice remains in dispute, what cannot be ...

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Top 2010 Adventure Honeymoon Destinations

More and more men and women are opting to spend their honeymoon on a non stop adventure instead of laying beside a beach at a luxury resort. These couples tend to be young and outgoing. They are often the kind of people that thrive on travel and adventure. Here are five to the top 2010 ...

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How to See an Ice Palace in Switzerland

The Ice Palace in Switzerland is located at the top of the Jungfrau mountain in the Swiss Alps. The Jungfrau is the highest mountain peak in Switzerland, and can only be reached by railway. This article will show you how to see the Ice Palace. Step 1: Reach Switzerland. If you are traveling from overseas ...

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Ten Great Places to Visit in Switzerland

Switzerland has become one of my favorite places in the world to visit. Now, I will admit, I haven’t yet been everywhere. But I have decided that no matter what I see in the years ahead, I will continue to remain entranced by Switzerland’s awe. Switzerland has the Swiss Alps, skiing, lakes, hunting and fishing, ...