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Europe's Most Exclusive Winter Destinations: St. Moritz
St. Moritz, the holiday village par excellence.
by TheBeginner
As the Christmas holidays approach, the desire for snow, fun, and memorable moments is growing.
Where can we spend the most exciting winter holidays, if not in Switzerland? Or more precisely, in St. Moritz - an incredible blend of luxury, elegance and breath-taking landscape. Many people associate St. Moritz with celebrities and royal families who spend their vacations in this splendid Swiss village. However few people know that this is actually the "birthplace of the Alpine winter tourism".
With an average 322 sunny days a year, this small alpine village offers a myriad of things to do. Undoubtedly the best Ski Resort in Europe and one of best in the world, St. Moritz has an excellent snow cover and technical facilities.
Golf, cricket and polo on snow are the most attractive and fashionable sport activities, practiced in the middle of a beautiful winter scenery. Under the navy-blue sky, there are 350 km of a first-class ski slopes that reflect the sunlight, charm the visitors. If you prefer skiing at night, the ski facilities will welcome you until 1 a.m.
Tourists also have the possibility to practice their favorite sports at this impressive resort. They may try the different types of winter walks, while enjoying the deep snow and the charming sound effects at each step. Visitors can also opt for an unforgettable tour with a horse-drawn carriage that will leave them even more spellbound by this place.
After a day full of emotions on the ski slopes, you can enjoy some of the many spa treatments that the hotels offer, or visit the most exclusive boutiques in Via Serlas. Beautiful panoramic restaurants located at 2000 meters above sea level offer a variety of gastronomic delights from Italian, Swiss and French cuisines.
For party lovers, there are numerous bars and night clubs that could satisfy even the most pretentious visitors. Tourists can choose among traditional atmosphere with live music, trendy lounge clubs, and trying their luck at the St. Moritz Casino.
St. Moritz is all of this and much more. This charming Swiss village combines luxury and tradition, ancient customs and modern facilities, the beauty of the mountains and their relaxation power with countless sport, fashion and gastronomy attractions.
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Photographer: Christian Perret