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1. Alpstein ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Appenzell ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Arth Goldau

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4. Atzmannig

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5. Basel

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6. Bern

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7. Chur

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8. Colmar

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9. Glarus

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10. Grindelwald

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11. Interlaken

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12. Jungfraujoch

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13. Lake Constance

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14. Lauterbrunnen

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15. Lucerne

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16. Mt. Pilatus

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17. Rapperswil

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18. Rhine Falls

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19. Schaffhausen

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20. Solothurn

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21. St. Gallen

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22. Stein am Rhein

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23. Titlis

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24. Winterthur

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25. Zug

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • What is Zurich best known for?
    • Zurich is best known as a global financial center.
  • What are some activities to do in Zurich?
    • Explore the city itself with various attractions and activities.
    • Zurich is also a great base for exploring the rest of Switzerland.
  • What are some things to do in the surrounding area of Zurich?
    • Head into the Alps for hiking and picturesque views.
    • Stroll through the streets of an opulent Baroque town.
    • Visit Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe.

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