Hostels in BERN, SWITZERLAND

Explore the Majestic Glory of the Swiss Capital City of Bern

Bern city is the charming and proud capital of Switzerland. With a small population of not more than 150, 000 people, it is a beautiful blend of Old town wonders and home to many government dignitaries. The city throngs with eager tourists and foreigners who want to taste the natural yet modern Swiss life. The Old Town has a special charm of its own with quaint streets and lanes. Bern is officially recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. 

History
The city of Bern came into existence in the year 1191. During the 16th century, Bern started growing as a major city and acquiring political power. The city is steeped in medieval glory with natural scenic beauty and historic buildings. Even after the disastrous French invasion in 1798, Bern restored itself and became the federal capital of Switzerland. Bern is a great example of architectural splendour and powerful political city.

Popular Places and Attractions
Bern is by far one of the most popular places in the world. The city’s heritage beauty has retained its past magnificence since many centuries. The ancient 12th century Clock Tower, the prestigious Einstein House, the lovely botanical parks and the shopping arcades are some of the chief attractions of the city.

The ever flowing Aare River is an ideal summer picnic spot for numerous visitors and locals. This river flows through the Old Town and also provides many water sports activities. You can also visit the Museum of Fine Art and marvel the works of Paul Klee. Apart from these the Concert halls and theatres also create a lovely artistic lifestyle.

Getting around in Bern
Like every other city in Switzerland, Bern is easily accessible by people. You can explore the lovely metropolis landscape with the aid of buses and trams that throng the city. Many tourists prefer to get around the city on foot amidst natural surroundings, a good guide is to plan you days travel before you leave your accommodation to ensure you get the most out of your trip to bern

Places for Entertainment
Some chief entertaining zones in Bern include the mighty river Aare that offers superb water recreation sports like swimming, bathing, etc. Even the historic botanical gardens alongside the river offer majestic scenic view. Your visit to Bern is incomplete without a trip to the unforgettable Bear Pits to watch the great beasts in their natural habitat. 

Accommodation options
Bern, as the capital city of Swiss Republic and has numerous hotels and lodging facilities for the millions of tourists who visit the city. The range of accommodation options suite all budgets and tastes, from youth hostels, bed and breakfast, guesthouse, motels and budget hotels, to luxury hotel resorts and private apartments.

Currency
The currency of Switzerland is known as Swiss Franc. It is one of the most stable and reliable currencies worldwide. This has been possible due to the traditional monetary policies and abundant gold reserves in the Swiss National bank, be sure to get the most for your money, check the news and internet of the latest exchange rates.

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