10 Places You Must Visit in Switzerland

8. Lucerne

The lakeside city of Lucerne, a top visiting site lies in the heart of Switzerland. Fortified towers, timeworn churches wooden bridges and festooned with antique frescoes have preserved the city’s traditional townscape. Lake Lucerne and the peak of neighboring Mt Pilatus, Mt Rigi or the Stanserhorn are the major attractions.  Renowned soloists, conductors, and orchestras are lured to its annual International Music Festival.

The Swiss Transport Museum with extensive exhibits on all forms of transport, including air and space travel, railroad locomotives, and a Planetarium also offers a spectacular view.