Have you ever wondered what Switzerland would look like under an alien attack? We wondered, so we researched it and found some eerily convincing evidence by artist Franco Brambilla! At this point, there is no doubt in our minds that Switzerland has in … Continue reading
We are very happy to introduce our Spanish friend Sylvia who has decided to blog about her new life in Switzerland! While most of you are reading from abroad, Sylvia will be busy doing field research in Switzerland and will share her unique perspective… Continue reading
Having grown up in Switzerland, I had formed my own definition of what “Swissness” is supposed to look like. However, returning to my home country after many years abroad resulted in that definition to have evolved. I now think that it is normal for ex… Continue reading
The other day when I was passed by a Ferrari and two Lamborghinis while riding my bicycle, I remembered that I live in one of the most prosperous countries in the world. I mean, how many people can afford $300k cars, plus all that spare time it takes t… Continue reading
Unless you have been living under a rock, you must be familiar with Google Street View. Now, I have to admit that I waste a lot of time simply browsing the world, but there are many other creative uses for Street View as well: Artistic inspiration for … Continue reading
Growing up in Switzerland I did not like Swiss folkmusic. They call it ‘Ländler’ as its origins are from the country folk (land) and yes, yodeling is included in that. I always found it old-fashioned and backwards. My parents weren’t … Continue reading
Unless you have been living under a rock, you must be familiar with Google Street View. Now, I have to admit that I waste a lot of time simply browsing the world, but there are many other creative uses for Street View as well: Artistic inspiration for painters Virtual sightseeing for cheapos Unique material for [...] Continue reading
Even as someone who uses words for a living, it’s hard to describe what last night felt like. Just before the event at Stauffacher started, I told a colleague that I thought it was going to be the hardest one because so many friends were going to… Continue reading
The First Flyer in Grindelwald gives up to four people the chance to simultaneously yet independently, glide through the air on a length of cable about 800 metres long, at speeds of up to 84km/h. In effect the construction is … Continue reading