History of Switzerland reveals that Switzerland is a small country of central Europe. It shares its boundary with Germany in north, Austria and Liechtenstein in the east, Italy in the south and France in the west. In other words a meeting point of three different cultures- German, France and Italian.

No country in Europe is more interesting than Swiss land. In the ancient times, a Celtic Tribe called Helvetia inhabited Switzerland. In A.D.1032 it became a part of Roman Empire but was soon captured by mighty German Habsburg Empire. It was only after the death of Habsburg ruler Rudolf I in A.D.1291 that led to the foundation of first Swiss Confederation.

Switzerland was declared as a neutral state in 1648 according to the Treaty of Westphalia and was given its permanent neutrality only in 1815.In 1848 it was declared as a federal state and adopts a federal constitution also. But amend it in 1874,leaving all matters to the responsibility of cantonal governments.

History of Switzerland is eyewitness to the world wars though it remains neutral in both wars. After 1945,Switzerland mainly engaged itself in the development programs. In 1963, Switzerland became a member of Council of Europe. Women were granted right to vote in 1971.Berne is the capital of Switzerland currently. However, in 1979, parts of Berne attained independence and formed the new canton of Zura.

Presently, Switzerland has some international organizations along with some famous banks. Swiss History is full of excitement and adventure like its culture and destinations. A cluster of 26 beautiful cantons, this country is not a member of EU, but is covered by EU territory all over.

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