Why Tour the World When You Can Visit Appenzell?
Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- A journalist recounts a visit to Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland, expecting to find similarities to the Landsgemeinde tradition in Glarus.
- The author was surprised by the canton's welcoming atmosphere and sense of calm, which contrasted with global turmoil.
- Appenzell is highlighted as a place of peace that remains unaffected by widespread panic.
In a world often dominated by news of conflict and uncertainty, a recent visit to Appenzell Innerrhoden offered a refreshing perspective, as detailed in this chronicle from Le Temps.
While the initial expectation was to observe traditions similar to the Landsgemeinde in Glarus, the experience in the small canton of just over 16,000 inhabitants proved to be far more profound. The author found not just a connection to historical democratic practices, but a palpable sense of good humor and hospitality that could rival any national tourism office.
This journey into the heart of Appenzell served as a powerful reminder of the words of Swiss painter Albert Anker: "See, the world is not condemned!" Even amidst global instability and personal doubts, pockets of tranquility persist, untouched by the pervasive sense of panic that seems to grip so much of the world. It's a testament to the enduring spirit found in such unique corners of Switzerland.
See, the world is not condemned!
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by Le Temps in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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