Flag Description
Red square with a bold, equilateral white cross in the center that does not extend to the edges of the flag.Currency
The Swiss Franc. The value of one U.S. dollar is equivalent to - francs. Astronomy
Today's date is May 14, 2008. There is currently a First Quarter Moon. Location
Central Europe, east of France, north of Italy. Climate
Temperate, but varies with altitude; cold, cloudy, rainy/snowy winters; cool to warm, cloudy, humid summers with occasional showers. Terrain
Mostly mountains (Alps in south, Jura in northwest) with a central plateau of rolling hills, plains, and large lakes. Elevation Extremes
The lowest point is at Lake Maggiore (195 m). The highest point is at Dufourspitze (4,634 m). |
