ZERMATT SWITZERLAND OPENS NEW MATTERHORN MUSEUM
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The Matterhorn Museum has opened in Zermatt. Zermatlantis tells the story of the Matterhorn, from its origins in Africa and the dramatic first ascent, to the present day. It also reveals the story of Zermatt, the small farming village that became an internationally famous resort. The Matterhorn Museum is organized as an archaeological site. Visitors walk into a sunken village being unearthed by archaeologists, Zermatt in the 19th century. Walk-in houses relate their past, from agriculture and alpinism to modern tourism.
Zermatt's emblem is the Matterhorn. About 3,000 people from around the world attempt to climb the 4,478-meter peak every year. The Matterhorn was climbed for the first time on July 14, 1865 by a seven-man climbing team, headed by the English gentleman, Edward Whymper. Four lost their lives in this attempt. The original rope, which was torn during the descent, is on display in Zermatt.
Anyone who climbs the Matterhorn is immortalized with a plaque affixed to a special stone wall. Climbers also become members of the Matterhorn Climbers Club.
The international ski area between Switzerland and Italy has 313 kilometers of ski slopes. A new eight-seat cable car will be built for service between Furi and Riffelberg in time for the winter season. It will run from Furi via Schweigmatten up to Riffelberg, where it joins the Gifthittli chairlift.
More things to see and do in Switzerland:
Christmas Markets, Lights, Walks, Special Events and Contests in Zurich Switzerland
New Sihlcity District and Hotels in Zurich Switzerland
Tour Bern Switzerland on Rafts and Free Bikes, Kickboards and Skateboards
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