Q1:Where is the name 'Switzerland' derived from?
A1: It is derived from the name of one of the founding cantons, Schwyz.
Q2: Is there another name for Switzerland ?
A2: Yes, it is also called "Confoederatio Helvetica", therefore the abbreviation "CH".
Q3: What is the meaning of the cross and the colors of the Swiss flag ?
A3: Both have a religious background. The white cross is a symbol for the cross Jesus was put on. The red color is a symbol for his blood.
Q4: What are the official languages of Switzerland ?
A4: German, French, Italian and Romantsch. However, official documents and declarations on goods have to be provided in German, French and Italian only.
Q5: What is the national flower or animal of Switzerland ?
A5: There is no such thing.
Q6: What is the national motto of Switzerland ?
A6: There is no such thing either.
Q7: What is the national anthem of Switzerland ?
A7: "Trittst im Morgenrot daher"
A1: It is derived from the name of one of the founding cantons, Schwyz.
Q2: Is there another name for Switzerland ?
A2: Yes, it is also called "Confoederatio Helvetica", therefore the abbreviation "CH".
Q3: What is the meaning of the cross and the colors of the Swiss flag ?
A3: Both have a religious background. The white cross is a symbol for the cross Jesus was put on. The red color is a symbol for his blood.
Q4: What are the official languages of Switzerland ?
A4: German, French, Italian and Romantsch. However, official documents and declarations on goods have to be provided in German, French and Italian only.
Q5: What is the national flower or animal of Switzerland ?
A5: There is no such thing.
Q6: What is the national motto of Switzerland ?
A6: There is no such thing either.
Q7: What is the national anthem of Switzerland ?
A7: "Trittst im Morgenrot daher"
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