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Rheinfall
Country: Switzerland
Rhine Falls Introduction
The Rhine Falls (spelled as Rheinfall in German) is the biggest plain waterfall in all of Europe, and it is one of the most important and amazing in Switzerland as well. Just take one look at these falls, and you&rsq ...
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Hergiswil
Country: Switzerland
What Is Hergiswil?
Hergiswil is in the Nidwalden canton of Switzerland. It is a municipality there. It has a population of nearly 5500.
History
Hergiswil was first described in the early 1300s.
Hergiswil is served by Hergiswil Matt ...
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Gmunden
Country: Austria
This lakeside town, on the northern end of Traunsee, established itself as a trading post in the salt trade. Today, it is a popular and well-run health resort, and it is also known for its fine ceramics. Gmunden’s old town centre is situated betw ...
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Gmund
Country: Austria
In the 12th century, the Archbishops of Salzburg who ruled Gmund began to encircle the town with mighty fortifications, many of which survive to this day, including old gate turrets and bastions. Two castles tower over the town: the older one, Alte ...
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Mjosa
Country: Norway
The largest lake in Norway is Mjosa. It is 117 kilometers long and located at the center of the agricultural area. Since the time of the Vikings, there have been many farms that have settled around this area. This includes Totenlandet, Helogoya, an ...
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