Switzerland is a landlocked Alpine country in central Europe. The south is a very mountainous region and the northern half of the country comprises of hilly terrain with many forests. Switzerland has a long tradition of neutrality and has a longstanding humanitarian tradition. It is the birthplace of the Red Cross Movement and it hosts the United Nations Human Rights Council. Switzerland’s culture is a fusion of German, French and Italian ingredients and the Swiss will spoil you with tidy towns and great public transport. The country is also famous for fine cheeses, chocolate and the watch making industry.