Discover Bern: A Fairytale Destination You Must Experience

Switzerland is renowned for its beautiful landscapes, lovely towns, historical buildings, and diverse culture. Bern is a wonderful city which is famous for medieval charm and modern sophistication. Bern is not just the capital of Switzerland but also a cultural treasure that attracts travelers from all over the world. In short, Bern is for everyone whether you love historical buildings or old towns, hiker or food lovers. you will find almost everything.

BERN’S HISTORY & OLD TOWN

Bern’s old town is listed in UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. If you walk on cobblestoned streets you will feel like walking into the fairytale world. There are well-preserved medieval architecture and lovely arcades, you will feel the vibes of that era. The majestic 13th century, Zytglogge Clock Tower stands out as one of the mandatory sites that unfurl the fascinating history of Bern. Lot of travelers come to see the beautiful mechanical show which happens every hour in this street of the old town.

The Bern Minster, which is the country’s tallest cathedral is another marvel of history. The climb to the cathedral’s roof offers one an outstanding panorama view of the city and the giant Alps in the distance. The city also has its Old Town featuring a number of fountains with intricate sculptures adorning them, giving the city its uniqueness.

The Aare River gives very beautiful scenic spots to the city. There are lovely places to handout, to walk , to picnic or for adventure sports like kayaking, swimming etc. When i was in the town, i relaxed at the bank of the river for almost an hour. Its lovely crystal clear water and scenic beauty makes you so calm and relax. In summer, this place becomes one of the most favorite place in Bern.

The Rosengarten (Rose Garden) is also popular among tourists which has a elevated viewpoint with stunning vistas of city skyline against river backdrop. With more than 200 different varieties of roses in flower, it is the perfect place to sit and soak up Bern’s natural beauty.

PARADISE OF ART AND CULTURE

Bern is a cultural center hub with some of Switzerland’s best museums and galleries. The Zentrum Paul Klee museum which is named after a very famous Swiss painter is must must-visit and it has a huge collection of art and paintings. The museum’s architecture is also mesmerizing.

History enthusiasts can also visit The Einstein Museum which is lovely to visit. The city has a history that he lived there and developed some of his best groundbreaking ideas.

There is another gem of arts, Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts) which has lovely collections of renowned masters such as Picasso, Monet and Van Gogh. I think, people should not miss this too.

SWISS FOOD CULTURE

No trip to Bern would be full without tasting the city’s fantastic food. The city is known for traditional Swiss cuisine, with the renowned fondue and crispy rösti (Swiss potato pancakes). The Bear’s Den restaurant in the Old Town has the best fondue in the city where visitors can dine on an all-time Swiss favorite dish.

The world-famous chocolate Toblerone has its own company in Bern. Travelers can also take a tour to visit and have a beautiful experience.

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

There are lot of events and festivals throughout the year in Bern which offers lovely atmosphere to the travelers. In February when Bern Carnival is organized, travelers can see lot of colorful parades, carnival parties and bands performances. It is one of Switzerland’s longest running traditions and the best chance to witness the energy of Bern.

The Gurtenfestival which comes in summer, welcomes music lovers worldwide. Taking place on the stunning Gurten hill, the summer outdoor music event presents the performance of international as well as Swiss artists which is really an unforgettable experience.

Bern’s Christmas markets are sheer magic. Sparkling lights drape the Old Town and wooden stalls peddle handmade gifts, festive sweets, and mulled spiced wine, transforming it into a winter wonderland that cannot be missed.

WHY IT SHOULD BE IN YOUR BUCKET LIST

1. Whether you love historical architecture, adventure sports or are food lovers, this city has everything. The old town is really beautiful.
2. A boat ride along the Aare River or a short hike along the river near the old town is really beautiful.
3. Lovely museums and galleries which should not be missed.

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