Photographic Survey Captures Switzerland's Alpine Landscapes and Cultural Heritage
A collection of images showcases Switzerland’s diverse landscapes and iconic cultural sites over the years. In 2019, the Klein Matterhorn was noted as Europe’s tallest peak reachable by gondola. Chillon Castle, perched on Lake Geneva's eastern shore, has historical references dating back to the 12th century. By 2022, the Maloja Pass, a 15-mile stretch of ancient Roman road, earned a spot in the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property. The Fee Glacier in the Pennine Alps, standing at 5,900 feet, attracts skiers. Traditional herding with cowbells remains common, and visitors can enjoy scenic train rides and gondola journeys. Outdoor activities include paragliding over Schäffler Mountain and running trails with stunning views, while the night sky in San Bernadino reveals the Milky Way.
Key facts
- The Klein Matterhorn is Europe's highest peak accessible by gondola
- Chillon Castle was first mentioned in writing in the 12th century
- Maloja Pass is a 15-mile Roman road listed as Swiss cultural property
- Fee Glacier in the Pennine Alps is a popular 5,900-foot ski destination
- Cowbells have been used for livestock tracking for thousands of years
- The Milky Way is visible from San Bernadino
- Paragliders sail over Schäffler Mountain
- Train rides offer views of the Swiss countryside
Entities
Artists
- Jess Moss
- Spencer Cope
- Nicholas Gottlieb
- Gary Toriello
- Stephen Hurley
- Michael Schauer
- Luis Montoya
- Jairo Valverde Bermudez
- Alessandra Meniconzi
- Michael Redmond
- Juan Pablo de Miguel
- Allen Miller
- Nicola Vallana
- Agnieszka Wieczorek
- Tejasvi Pamganamamula
- Tracy Scott Forson
Institutions
- Smithsonian magazine
Locations
- Switzerland
- Bernese Oberland
- Klein Matterhorn
- Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
- Reuss River
- Kapellbrücke
- Chapel Bridge
- Schäffler Mountain
- Mount Pilatus
- Maloja Pass
- Wengen
- Chillon Castle
- Lake Geneva
- San Bernadino
- Fee Glacier
- Feegletscher
- Pennine Alps
- Europe