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Switzerland

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cinemas & bookshops in Switzerland

If you are an ESL teacher living and working abroad, finding reading material in English or a cinema showing films in English can sometimes be difficult. To help you, we are compiling a directory of English language bookshops and cinemas worldwide.

English language bookshops in Switzerland
English language cinemas in Switzerland

travel guides & language books for Switzerland

Living and Working in Switzerland
This is a comprehensive book about living and working in Switzerland, first published in 1987.
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The Rough Guide to Switzerland
A full-colour section introduces Switzerland's highlights from the iconic Matterhorn to Zurich's markets. Throughout the guide, there are inspiring accounts of every attraction, from world-class art galleries to classic train journeys. There is practical advice on where to find the best mountain walks, the most scenic ski resorts, and perfect Alpine hideaways. In addition there are accommodation reviews for all budgets and in-depth background on Swiss culture, history, and wildlife.
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map & facts

Founding of the Swiss Confederation, 1 August (1291)
International dialing code: 41
Population: 7,450,867
Language: German, French, Italian, Romansch
Government: federal republic
Religion: Roman Catholic 46.1%, Protestant 40%, other 5%, none 8.9% (1990)
Climate: temperate, but varies with altitude; cold, cloudy, rainy/snowy winters; cool to warm, cloudy, humid summers with occasional showers
Map of Switzerland

The CIA World Factbook

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