Have you ever wondered where the first chocolate bar came from originally? Switzerland is the proud creator of the first chocolate bar which is now being shipped all over the world. In fact, Switzerland has many other exciting statistics that you will learn throughout this paper. Not only is Switzerland a beautiful country, but it is home to the world famous Alps, has outstanding food, captivating people and astonishing facts as well. Having one of the world’s highest standards of living helps make Switzerland a highly regarded place to live. The geography, history, economy, government and people all make Switzerland a wonderful place to visit.
The geography of Switzerland is stunning and has a variety of mountain ranges, lakes, weather, animals and natural hazards. Switzerland is located in Europe in the Northern Hemisphere. The longitude of Switzerland is 07° 28’E and the latitude is 46° 57’ N. Switzerland has some magnificent physical features such as the mountain ranges. The Jura Mountains, the Swiss Plateau, and the Swiss Alps with the Matterhorn are examples of this country’s phenomenal mountain ranges. In fact, if you are flying in a plane into Switzerland you may see the Alps up above the clouds. Another physical feature in Switzerland is the plains where most Swiss people live. There are also many lakes such as Lake Geneva, Lake Constance, and Lake Maggiore. In addition, Switzerland has many rolling hills. The climate in Switzerland can sometimes be warm and can also be below freezing. For instance, the average temperature in the summer is 86° F, but the winter can be as low as 14° F. In the spring and fall, the temperature can be between 38°F and 45°F. The average rainfall is approximately 97 millime...
... middle of paper ...
...se leaves a treat or coin under a pillow or on a window sill. Another custom is that people in Switzerland light their Christmas trees with real candles. All in all, Switzerland has tasty food, some unique customs and the people have remarkable manners.
As you can see, Switzerland has many unique people, customs, history, and government. The geography includes a variety of regions and mountain ranges that help make Switzerland one of the most beautiful countries. Not only that, but Swiss people eat more chocolate than anyone else in the world. You could spend a month vacationing in Switzerland and never be bored. Between the Swiss Alps, the chocolate factories, the beautiful lakes, the various peoples and customs, you would not want to leave. In conclusion, Switzerland is remarkable country full of breathtaking scenery and exceptional people.
While Europe and the United States account for most chocolate consumption, the confection is growing in popularity in Asia and market forecasts are optimistic about the prospects in China and India (Nieburg, 2013, para 9). According to the CNN Freedom Project, the chocolate industry rakes in $83 billion a year, surpassing the Gross Domestic Product of over a hundred nations (“Who consumes the most chocolate,” 2012, para 3). If chocolate continues grow popular in Asia, it stands to become even more lucrative.
Hershey, Cocoa, and Child Labor. An everyday person, when asked to describe chocolate, would probably start by calling it "magic." The presence of chocolate in the everyday American life is an experience sought after, craved for, and bought for under two dollars at the corner convenience store. Indeed, chocolate is an edible ecstasy that is put in everything: coffee, ice cream, cereal, even the spicy sauce for Mexican mole. Chocolate has a cultural presence like no other food commodity; it is brought back to loved ones from the faraway places of Switzerland and Germany, it is given as a symbol of love, and moreover, it is the first thing everyone instinctually goes too when that love does not work out.
The climate and temperatures of the country depends on the geographical location that a person is located. In the western part of the country the Atlantic Ocean warms the air in the winter but cools it in the summer, whereas in the east more normal temperatures are seen (Germany 's Geography). Since Germany is located in a temperate zone the average, temperature for the whole country is 48 degrees. The average low and high temperatures are 27 degrees, which occurs in the months of January through February, and 75 degrees, which occurs in the month of July. The humidity levels show little change every year and average about 80.8% with moderate to heavy rainfall (Germany). Germany is broken up into three regions, The North Germany Lowlands, The Central Uplands, and The South German Hills. The North German Lowlands or North German Plain, borders the North Sea and Baltic Sea. This is the largest region in the country. There are five rivers running through it, which run north, and which empty into the North and Baltic Seas. The plains from the north extend southward into an area of ancient mountains referred to as The Central Uplands. These mountains range from flat to sharp. The plateaus range between 1,000 to
There are four distribution channels for Claire`s Chocolates: (i) in the cafes; (ii) in the five-star hotel`s restaurant; (iii) in the hotel`s gift shop; and, (iv) in gift shops in a number of tourist areas in
When the United States entered the First World War, the government took over all radio operations and shut down both professional and amateur radio broadcasters. The use of radio was reserved exclusively for the war effort. In the air, radio was used for the first time between multiple planes and the ground to keep formations and lead the pilots to their targets. This was the beginning of air traffic control and walkie-talkies. In addition, soldiers who had been wounded were entertained in the hospital by news and music played over the radio. Although radio was not allowed back into public until 1919, it continued to be used by troops coming home to entertain each other and was even used for dances. All of radio’s uses from the war soon became prevalent in everyday life and radio has been used in these ways ever since. Our lives are filled with constant sound most of it coming from the radio being on all the time; whether in the car or at home, music, news, weather, and traffic are provided through radio. There is a station for everyone. Moreover, when we travel by plane, airports would be chaotic and have no way to tell who is taking off and landing if not for radio use to control the traffic and make everything run smoothly. Many jobs also have much use of radio needed to communicate with other workers in careers such as law enforcement and trucking.
...ions in Europe and the United States, making chocolate competitive for the more extensive overall public.
Williams, Helen Maria. A Tour in Switzerland; or, A view of the present state of the Government and Manners of those Cantons: with comparative sketches of the present state of Paris. 2 Vols. London: G. G. and J. Robinson, 1798. http://www.ualberta.ca/~dmiall/Travel/Coxe-Williams.htm.
Goedendag-Hello!~ The culture of the Netherlands is an interesting and beautiful country and culture, of which I am proud to be a part of. The Netherlands has an amazing history and facts that have made it the country it is today. The culture is different from the American culture, although some of the normality’s my family still has. Netherlands culture is different, but an important part of other cultures.
Fryer, Peter, and Kerstin Pinschower. "The Material Science of Chocolate." Mrs Bulletin December 2000: 1-5.
Chocolate has been a staple for societies in dozens of countries for centuries. The existence of chocolate can be traced back to the cacao bean utilized by the Olmec Indians. Chocolate went on a journey from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, to Spain and the rest of Europe and eventually New World America. Although there is a countless amount of scholarship regarding chocolate, the research of Wilson, Dillinger (along with her associates), Lippi, Terrio and Norton have critical information pertaining to the topic of chocolate in Western Europe during the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries. All sources, with the exception of one of Norton’s sources, formulate a consensus from their research, that chocolate in Western Europe served multiple purposes
Luxembourg is a country located in Western Europe, mainly composed of French and Germanic speaking and cultures. Luxembourg has an area of nearly 2,586 square kilometers making it one of the smallest sovereign states in Europe. In 2012 Luxembourg had a small population of 524,853 which is ranked 8th of least populous countries in Europe. Luxembourg ranked in size 179th out of 194 independent countries of the world. Luxembourg borders Belgium to the West, Germany to the East, and France to the South. The country being a representative democracy is headed by Grand Duke Henri. Luxembourg has a very developed and advanced economy, ranking to be with one of the world’s highest Gross Domestic Product per capita. Luxembourg is made up of a high income
The weather in Italy is as diverse as its geography. The wintertime in the north of the country can be brutally cold, as seen throughout Europe, while the south can enjoy warm Mediterranean temperatures. There are four distinct seasons in Italy but the conditions for each vary throughout the country. These differences are common in geography similar to Italy’s where the inland and higher ground is different from the coastal plains and lowlands.
French culture and society has evolved from many different aspects of French life. From the mastery of French cuisine to the meaning of French art, the French have changed and evolved in many ways to produce a specific modern culture, the dignified culture of the French. One thing that parallels the progress and continuation of French culture is the role of women throughout France. Compared to other nations, the role and rights of women in France were confronted earlier and Women’s suffrage was enacted earlier. The role of women in France, because of the early change in perception of women, enabled France to develop faster and with less conflict than other competing nations.
Kopel, David , and Stephen D-Andrilli. "What America Can Learn From Switzerland." guncite. 13 Feb. 1990. Web. 12 Jan. 2014.
The country of Switzerland is ten times smaller than California. Despite the miniature size of Switzerland, everyone still considers it to be highly significant. This beautiful country is located in the heart of Europe. Switzerland is a prosperous nation that strives to be neutral in a diverse world. Because of Switzerland’s historical timeline, beautiful art, and prominent figures, this country is incredibly popular among tourists.