Month: May 2026

The Ancient Capital of Castles, Culture, and Sunshine The city of Sion (in German, Sitten) is the capital of the canton of Valais, located in southwest Switzerland. With more than 7,000 years of history, it holds the title of the oldest city in the country. It is world-famous for its two fortified hills that rise… Continue reading Sion – Part 1

The Fluffiest Residents: The Valais Blacknose Sheep You cannot talk about Valais without mentioning its most famous and adorable animal: the Valais Blacknose Sheep (known in German as the Walliser Schwarznasenschaf). Thanks to social media, they are now celebrated worldwide as “the cutest sheep on Earth”. But these animals are much more than just a… Continue reading Valais Blacknose!

Human Engineering: Adapting to the Mountains Living on vertical mountains requires intelligence. The people of Valais adapted with clever ideas: Vertical Farming: Because there is no flat land, farmers built stone terraces on sunny hills. Today, Valais is the biggest wine producer in Switzerland. Giant Batteries: Water from melting glaciers is collected in massive dams… Continue reading Valais – Part 4

Art and Music: Sounds of the Mountains and Ancient Melodies Culture in Valais is not just about what you see; it is also about what you hear. The isolation of the mountains helped preserve unique artistic traditions and world-class musical events. The Voice of the Alps (The Alphorn): In the past, shepherds used a massive,… Continue reading Valais – Part 3