Fireworks
Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. Some communities sponsor a display of fireworks. The infographic explains some interesting facts about fireworks in Switzerland.
[For more information on the Swiss Radio and Television please visit: www.srf.ch; Copyright on all artwork on this page @ SRF]
Fireworks
Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. Some communities sponsor a display of fireworks. The infographic explains some interesting facts about fireworks in Switzerland.
[For more information on the Swiss Radio and Television please visit: www.srf.ch; Copyright on all artwork on this page @ SRF]
