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Easy to fall in love with at first glance, Switzerland's tree-encircled capital city sits perched above the stunning greenish blue Aare River, curling through not so much an urban setting as a slice of fairytale lanes dotted with colorful fountains depicting historical or legendary figures. Doubtless, there is plenty for the visitor to explore.
Certainly not for late-night club hoppers or even those travelers on a quest for Europe's attention getting monuments and museums, Bern is a hidden gem for those who appreciate a relaxing wander, a stroll through modest museums, and for those want to step away from it all. Bern is not as in-your-face touristy as Paris, Rome, or London may be, but that's wherein its charm lies.
Unlike many other cities, the rain won't stop visitors from taking a promenade al fresco. The ubiquitous archways that line the streets provide cover. It's nearly possible to walk from one end of the city to the other without getting more than a few drops wet.