The Zytglogge in Bern has one of the very few astronomical clocks in Europe that still works and is fully mechanical.

Bern's cathedral, which was constructed between 1421 and 1573, dominates the old city. Its 100-metre tower, built 1889-1893, is the tallest in Switzerland. (swiss-image.ch/Stephan Engler) swiss-image ...

Bern is the capital of Switzerland, but for some reason, it attracts fewer visitors than the major cities. The city is built on the Aare River and has a UNESCO-certified Old Town, as well as many ...

Elsewhere in the Old City is one of Bern’s most iconic landmarks, the Zytglogge, an 800-year-old mediaeval clock tower. Switzerland is famous for its luxurious and ingenious timepieces, ...