It is derived from the name of one of the founding cantons, Schwyz.

They wear the same clothing like most people in the western countries do. It mainly depends on the job and on the occasion: Business men usually wear dark suits and ties, other workers wear jeans (same brands as in the USA) and t-shirts or sweat shirts.

“Trittst im Morgenrot daher”

Both have a religious background. The white cross is a symbol for the cross Jesus was put on. The red color is a symbol for his blood.

German, French, Italian and Romantsch. However, official documents and declarations on goods have to be provided in German, French and Italian only.

Popular sports include football (also known as soccer), handball, biking, hiking, tennis, swimming, orienteering, street hockey, ice hockey, skiing, snow board riding and many more.

Yes, it is also called “Confederation Helvetica”, therefore the abbreviation “CH”.

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