Switzerland's largest city is surely among the most beautiful in all of Europe, and even today, Zurich retains much of its 19th-century charm. Situated on the northern shore of Lake Zurich in the heart of the country, the city is both large enough to offer all amenities to its visitors and small enough for you ... more from Frommer's

The German writer and philosopher Goethe characterized Switzerland as a combination of "the colossal and the well-ordered." The description is apt. Switzerland conjures up scenes of majestic mountains, luxurious resorts, pristine villages and towns, tranquility, and efficiency--in short, a highly ... more from My Switzerland