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Neutral beauty

Many countries aim to be like Switzerland, with its stability, affluence and exceptional services. But what does that really mean? For starters, it’s far more than ‘chocolate diplomacy’.

  • Issue #139
  • 5 min read
Two men photographing a cow at an outdoor agricultural show.
Entertainment

Expo: Fête accompli

Every generation the quiet Vaud town of Vevey comes ablaze in a riot of colour, costumery and carousing during its Fête des Vignerons.

  • Issue #126
  • 14 min read
Expo: Fête accompli
Society

Expo 87: The swing of things

In the Brünig Pass, men from all walks of life grapple in an arcadian celebration of traditional Swiss wrestling. Monocle joins the crowd to watch the sawdust fly.

  • Issue #87
  • 16 min read
Expo 87: The swing of things

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