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Why is Switzerland called Land of the Alps?

Switzerland is called the "Land of the Alps" because the Alps mountain range covers a significant portion of the country's landscape. The Swiss Alps are famous for their picturesque beauty, including snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, and charming villages nestled in the mountains. The Alps also offer excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking, and mountaineering.


How many states does the range stretch across?

The range stretches across 11 states in the Western United States: California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico.


What are ALPS and where are they located?

A series of fold mountains used for tourism, farming, hiking, skiing and many other things. The Alps is the name for one of the great mountain ranges which stretches across Europe from Austria and Slovenia in the east, through Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Germany to France in the west.


How many countries are there in all the continents?

Africa - 55 countries Europe - 51 countries Asia - 48 countries North America - 23 countries Oceania - 14 countries South America - 12 countries These are the sovereign countries of the world. The continents of Europe and Asia share six countries.


How many mountains are in the Swiss Alps?

There are around 48 mountains in the Swiss Alps that are over 4,000 meters in elevation. This does not include the numerous lower peaks and summits in the region.