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Switzerland 4 May 2007


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Yes, this is the day that i have been waiting for! We are going up the alps, the top of Europe! We will be taking a train on the highest cog railway in the world up the Jungfrau mountain which rises to 4158m. We could see the north face of Eiger mountain from the glass window at one of the stops. Amazing view. The best is yet to come. The journey ends at Jungfraujoch, 3454m where we can alight to view the ice palace and a viewing tower to view Monch, 4107m. You could even ski if weather permits. It had cost me SGD150 to get up on that train and any luxury activity is a no no for me. This is our first time seeing and touching snow. That moment was simply incredible! After 2 hrs, it started snowing heavily. i was blinded by the view presented in front of me. it's all white! Since this is our first time in touch with snow, we do silly things like lying flat on the snow and washing our face with it. crazy but funny! we tried to build a snowman but failed. it's too cold. that is like -5 degree but that doesn't dampened our spirit. We had a good time here and definitely we will be back for more.

Posted by poppies 08.05.2007 7:53 AM Archived in Backpacking | Switzerland Comments (0)

Switzerland 3 May 2007

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After a 10 hrs coach ride from Paris passing thru the Burgundy region and Dijon, finally i have stepped into the stunning Switzerland, Jungfraubahnem! The country which produces brands like Tissot, Lindt Chocolate n Swiss Guard Knife. Switzerland is one of the few countries who doesn't go into war. They are difficult to conquer due to the mountainous area and numberous tunnels which help them in their defence. We stayed in the campsite in the town of Lauterbrunnen. This time we are given a choice to stay in the cabin at an extra cost of CHF10 per night per person. We immediately jump into the deal. We had enough of the sleeping in the tent for the past 2 days which doesn't provide any warmth and comfort. ya serve me right for signing up for a 22 days camping tour! The place that we stayed was really very nice! We are surrounded by the mountains, waterfalls, cows and sheeps grazing on the endless grassland. Also, we are able to catch a glimpse of the alps if the sky is clear. The people here are very welcoming! Totally love this place!

Posted by poppies 08.05.2007 4:40 PM Archived in Backpacking | Switzerland Comments (0)

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