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The Most Extreme Cable Car in the World

A cable car is any of a variety of transportation systems relying on cables to pull vehicles along or lower them at a steady rate, or a vehicle on these systems. Many tourists use this vehicle to see the beautiful scenery.

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Why Swiss cows wear bells

Have you ever wondered what the life of a Swiss cow might be like? Ok, you might know that they wear big bells, but you probably weren't aware that they go on summer holiday, that they like certain music and that they all have beautiful names. This article gives you indepth information about the origins of cowbells and the cuddly horned beasts.

11 comments    humor switzerland alps
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Cog Railways In Switzerland

With its many cog railways Switzerland has plenty to offer to train lovers. The Swiss cog railways provide access to the most stunning mountain views of the entire Alps.

5 comments    switzerland swiss alps zermatt
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How to Start Snowshoeing: Winter Hiking on Snowshoes

Snowshoeing is a fun way to explore the snow covered backcountry. If you ever wondered about how to start walking on snowshoes, getting started is easier than you think. Experienced snowshoer, Outbound Dan Human, offers advice on selecting and getting started with the right snowshoe.

13 comments    how to fitness winter
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Yvoire, Lake Geneva (Léman)

The first photograph is obviously not Yvoire, but the view of la Dent d'Oche gives an idea of the kind of scenery to expect around Lake Geneva, or Lac Léman. La Dent d'Oche is the highest peak in this...

8 comments    switzerland geneva alps
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Axolotls, Newts, And Salamanders

Certainly a bow and some applause must be given to the relatives of frogs and toads who are the salamanders, newts, axolotis, and their allies. Generally, they follow the system of the typical frogs in their breeding habits, but there are important exceptions.

15 comments    mexico italy alps
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Skiing in Italy

Skiing in Italy offers a unique combination of snow, sun and stunning mountains. Several hundred different ski resorts are to be discovered in the Italian Alps and other mountain ranges in Italy. Skiers of all ability will be pleased by the amazing skiing opportunities in Italy.

2 comments    italy ski resorts dolomites
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Weavers And Weaving - Part 3

In Weavers And Weaving - Part I, and in Weavers And Weaving - Part 2 -- it would be irresponsible to leave out all the wonderful influences on textiles that came from other parts of the world -- all of which are part of the wonderful story about the history of weaving. In China, for example, the very complicated technique of warp cloth of the Han period (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.) was forgotten after the fall of that dynasty. The T'ang period (618-907 A.D.) used chiefly the twill technique instead.

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Extreme Sports in Interlaken, Switzerland

The town of Interlaken, Switzerland is a mecca for extreme sports and adventure lovers. anything from sky diving, ice climbing, bungee jumping and canyoning is possible here. If you seek adventure, Interlaken, Switzerland is your town

3 comments    switzerland extreme sports
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Major Mountain Ranges Of The World

A Mountain Range is a collection of several high and low mountains, often termed as its peaks. It may consist of several valleys and river channels formed by water rushing down from melting glaciers. Mountain ranges consist of several peaks and...

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