Bern has been Switzerland’s capital city since 1848. However, what I pictured everything as a federal capital turned out to be the complete opposite. Many assume modern Zürich to be the Capital of Switzerland, so the slower-paced and older Capital of Bern is quite a surprise. Travel to Bern certainly changes perceptions on what a capital city should be, or what it is typically deemed to be. Absent are high-rises and a financial centre; bustling crowds and dense populations that fill miles of distinct districts that hug an old central, historical pocket. Bern retains its heritage features and packs Swiss traditions and a long history into a tiny, compact space. What I love about Bern is that nearly all the top things to do are within walking distance from one another and you do not need to rely on public transportation to get from one place to the next. Everything listed above is located in or right nearby Altstadt or the Old Town of Bern. Besides for checking these attractions out, you will certainly enjoy just walking the streets of the Old Town surrounded by the architecture and history along the way. Rosengarten is the park with the best panoramic view of Bern city. If you surf Instagram and see many beautiful and stunning panoramic shots of Bern, 90% of them are taken from Rosengarten. In addition to the beautiful view, there are many roses - almost all of them bloomed during my visit in October last year. The Old Town of Bern was declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1983 because of the preserved medieval city centre. It’s also home to the first Lindt chocolate factory, legends of bears (and real bears) and Einstein’s most famous published work. When you visit Bern, you can also tune up a gear with some more adventurous action; including following the locals who have made urban swimming an actual UNESCO listed Swiss tradition. When you come to Bern, you will feel the peace, gentle and ancient, charming of this city. It is completely different from the Zurich or Lucerne that I visited !
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