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Cheese is a natural part of the Swiss diet and it is equally famous as their chocolate too. Producing over 450 different types of cheese, Switzerland has cheese recipes that are more than 1000 years old. Here are the top cheese types to try while in the Alpine country •     Appenzeller – One of the best-sellers in the country, the recipe for Appenzeller is over 700 years old. It is a hard cheese with a slightly spicy flavour. •     Gruyere – An absolute must on a Swiss cheese board, gruyere has been produced in the town of Gruyeres since 1115. It is a semi-hard cheese with a strong aroma and a slightly salty taste. •     Emmentaler – The most famous Swiss cheese with its characteristic holes, emmentaler is produced in the Emmental valley in Bern since the 13th century. It is a mild cheese with a nutty taste. •     Tete de Moine – Called the “‘Monk’s head”, this cheese is not cut with a knife, but shaved off into small flower-like rosettes using a special ro

The Netherlands is a unique destination for tourists. Rich in culture and artistic heritage the Dutch also offers unique souvenirs to carry home to remember the experience of spending time in their company. The Netherlands, the north-western European country is a great place to visit, Europe tour packages from Kochi is the right choice for you to enjoy the unique destinations.   Here are few of the famous Dutch souvenirs one should collect from the Netherlands. 1.     Klompen or wooden clogs – Dating back to the 1200s, the wooden clogs are a classic Dutch gift. 2.     Dutch cheese – Cheese lovers must get different types like Gouda and Edam or try the Leidse Kaas Cheese with cumin seeds and the organic sheep’s milk with samphire. 3.     Stroopwafels – It is a waffle filled with caramel filling or syrup that is a must-eat while in Holland. 4.     Delftware – The iconic blue and white pottery is made in the city of Delft and is available as plates, ornaments,

France’s coastline has got a glamorous reputation and is a chosen getaway for beach lovers since centuries. Lined with big and small resort towns, France’s beaches are an alluring affair on the Mediterranean coast.   Here is a list of best beaches to visit in France •     St. Tropez – A favourite beach spot among celebrities, St. Tropez is famous for the colourful Mediterranean waters and charming squares. Luxury yachts line the coast, while seaside fare and drinks are abundant in the beachside restaurants. •     Biarritz – Famous for long beaches and favourable surf conditions, Biarritz was a vacation for royalty during the 19th century. Rocher de la Vierge is a landmark rock formation in the Bay of Biscay in Biarritz which has a Virgin Mary statue on top and offers dramatic views. •     Antibes – Antibes is a quieter beach getaway nestled between Nice and Cannes. Private stretches of the beach are owned by resorts to offer a peaceful sojourn to their guests.