Switzerland believes it or not is multi-cultural and known for its diversity. There are plenty of languages spoken. Four of their main languages spoken are French, German, Romansh, and Italian. The article states there is a difference between culture in the mountains and culture in the central plateau. “This means that life in a mountain valley is different from that in the big city. Thus, over time and with the increase in tourism, some local customs have achieved national fame.” (Switzerland Tour, 2021). The cultural and traditional clothing of Switzerland is very rich. “The cantons influence traditional Swiss clothing. Each canton has its own style of clothing. Swiss men wear trousers or breeches, a smoked shirt, a long-sleeved jacket or/and a vest, headgear, dark woolen tights or stockings, and shoes. Swiss women wear colorful smock dresses with puffed sleeves and tight ribbon crest tops, aprons, lace bonnets, stockings, shoes, and embroidered bags.” (Hyseni, 2020)
Another thing about Swiss culture is that they take pride in being one of the most neutral and peaceful countries. To live up to these standards in the current day the people there are known to be well mannered and polite everywhere you go. “Most interactions remain formal”(An Introduction to Swiss People and Culture | Expatica, 2021) They do a small handshake and don’t maintain eye contact.
