In 2014 a pair of White Stork took up residence in Canton Nidwalden. This is the only pair in the region and seeing them is such a pleasure. I discovered them last summer and shocked my friends with my excitement. Their reaction: ” We see them often”. Great! Educated to their presence in the region, …
Switzerland Christmas Markets Experience 2013
Here we go again! Christmas Season 2013 is upon us! Although I will not be able to cover many Holiday Markets this year, I will bring you both what I can catch and general wintery images to get you in the spirit. You will be able to enjoy them here and some select ones in …
Gotthard Base Tunnel: Inside Swiss Innovation
Swiss innovation in civil engineering is most striking in the complex transportation network supporting daily life and the rapidly growing commerce activities through the Alps. In 1992, Switzerland embarked on an ambitious enginnering program: NRLA — New Rail Link Through the Alps. The two most infamous projects in the program are the Lötscheberg Base Tunnel and the Gotthard Base Tunnel.
Basler Fasnacht 2013
The Basler Fasnacht, the largest Carnival in Switzerland, kicked-off their 2013 celebrations today (February 18th) at 4:00am with “Morgenstreich” — 200 hand-painted lanterns with satirical images of local events and personage of the past year were paraded through the streets, but the day did not end there. The afternoon was dominated by a large parade whose route wound through the streets …
Luzerner Fasnacht 2013
Luzern Fasnacht is one of the largest and oldest Carnivals in Switzerland dating back to the 15th Century. It has changed and evolved over the years but always begins on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday — Dirty Thursday or Schmutziger Donnerstag. Orgnaized celebrations and parades are held on 3 days: Dirty Thursday, Fat Monday (Rose …
Switzerland Christmas Markets Experience 2012
The holiday season is a very special time of year for me. I have many fond memories of past Christmas celebrations with family and friends. Although being far from home is difficult, I get into the spirit by visiting Switzerland’s numerous Christmas Markets and celebrations. l’eXposé.ch is a wonderful way for me to share a …