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Switzerland 
  n a federal republic in W central Europe: the cantons of Schwyz, Uri, and Unterwalden formed a defensive league against the Hapsburgs in 1291, later joined by other cantons; gained independence in 1499; adopted a policy of permanent neutrality from 1516; a leading centre of the Reformation in the 16th century. It lies in the Jura Mountains and the Alps, with a plateau between the two ranges. Official languages: German, French, and Italian; Romansch minority. Religion: mostly Protestant and Roman Catholic. Currency: Swiss franc. Capital: Bern. Pop.: 7118000 (1998 est.). Area: 41288 sq. km (15941 sq. miles), (German name)  Schweiz  (French name)  Suisse  (Italian name)  Svizzera    (Latin name)  Helvetia 

Svizzera 
  n  the Italian name for  →  Switzerland 



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