Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Vacation to Switzerland-Harder Kulm

Harder Kulm (1322m) is a small peak above Interlaken. From there to the south there is a wonderful view to the famous Berner Oberland summits: Eiger 3970m, Mönch 4107m, Jungfrau 4158m,Interlaken and the lakes Thun and Brienz..

In 1908 the Harderbahn funicular was built to facilitate the access to the Harder Kulm. The Harderbahn was completely renovated in 2008.It takes just eight minutes to travel by funicular from Interlaken to the Harder Kulm, Interlaken’s home mountain, where the restaurant, at 1322 metres above sea level, is reminiscent of a small castle.

Our last day at Interlaken last August and we wake up to a sunny morning and are happy for once after everyday being a cloudy morning...

not for very long...it starts to drizzle and we are disappointed and after a while the rain stops...
and we see the rainbow:)
a ray of hope and then the sun shines and we grab a quick breakfast and pack some for the kids and we are off to check out Harder Kulm.
a very steep climb...
The line describes a big curve with one tunnel.
a view of Interlaken as we climb higher...
a shot inside the tunnel...
we are fnally there!!!
a 5min walk up and a view to behold!!!
the resturant is reminiscent of a small castle...Hiya sleeps on in her pram... 
I just loved the flowers blooming here...

Lake Beinz at a distance...


A closer view of Lake Beinz...









Lake Thun at a distance...and a closer view below...





a view of Interlaken..and in the background a view of Eiger 3970m, Mönch 4107m, Jungfrau 4158m (we tried figuring out which one was which..lol)



Diya poses with Arun..Hiya still asleep in her pram:)
The clouds arrive...(this happened throughout our stay in Switzerland:))


and after a while it started to drizzle...







we pack up and get ready to leave for Interlaken the way we came...







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66 comments:

  1. Vores haveJune 26, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    Fantastic beautiful nature pictures you show. Wishing you a good Tuesday. Hanne Bente

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  2. lotusleafJune 26, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Lovely pictures. Switzerland looks as beautiful as it was 20 years ago!

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  3. RajeshJune 26, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Beautiful place. The landscape is just amazing.

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  4. Stewart MJune 26, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    Great pictures - you can’t have mountains with some rain and clouds!

    Stewart M - Australia

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  5. Penelope PostcardsJune 26, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    Spectacular photos! I, too, was in Switzerland and climbed up mountains in a tram that took us high above the clouds. You bring back fond memories of that visit.

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  6. UnknownJune 26, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Wonderful sequence!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  7. DanJune 26, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Love the view! I bet it was even more breathtaking being there.

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  8. AliceJune 26, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Switzerland is such a beautiful place. Thanks for sharing your lovely photos.

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  9. UnknownJune 26, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Looks like amazing vacatition. Great shots. Have a nice day.

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  10. Betsy Banks AdamsJune 26, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Gorgeous, Shantana... What a fabulous vacation you had! IF I EVER get over there (I told hubby that I had a new place where we can go sometime), I would want to see all of the things you all saw. So it was August? I have REALLY enjoyed your photos... Sounds like you all had a fabulous time and your pictures are AWESOME... What is your next vacation this summer?

    Thanks so much for sharing.
    Hugs,
    Betsy
    P.S. Glad to catch up with you on FB also.

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  11. AlJune 26, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    Incredible photos - you're making me want to visit Switzerland!

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  12. magiceyeJune 26, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    Heavenly!
    Magnificent captures!!

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  13. Fun60June 26, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    Thank you for taking us with you on your journey. That rainbow has to be the most spectacular one I have ever seen. I'm used to seeing them with the sky as background but to have the mountains behind it was terrific.

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  14. AnonymousJune 26, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    I've enjoyed all of your photos from Switzerland, but seeing the mountains in the sunshine is a nice treat. I have to tell you that you've inspired Betsy to want to visit Switzerland.

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  15. Min fotogenJune 26, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Fantastic picture from Switzerland again! It was 30 years ago I was there...must see it once again after your pictures..Interlaken, Grindewald Wengen.... Thank you for sharing!

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  16. CarverJune 26, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    The scenery is wonderful. Thank you for sharing your vacation shots.

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  17. TexWisGirlJune 26, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    the rainbow is special! the blue skies and blue-green mountains are gorgeous.

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  18. AnonymousJune 26, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    More wonderful shots! What a gorgeous place Switzerland is.

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  19. AnonymousJune 26, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Such fantastic views!! Really enjoyed going through your Swiss vistas.

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  20. Brian KingJune 26, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    Gorgeous country! The mountains are spectacular!

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  21. Bob BushellJune 26, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    Beautiful vacation in Switzerland.

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  22. HansHBJune 26, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    A great post, - lovely colours in this scenery!

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  23. mickJune 27, 2012 at 12:06 AM

    Great photos and beautiful scenery.

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  24. NancyJune 27, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    Gorgeous views from the mountains -- at least you had a little sunshine and a rainbow before you left. :)

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  25. Powell River BooksJune 27, 2012 at 4:48 AM

    The countryside looks very much like Coastal BC. - Margy

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  26. BirgittaJune 27, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  27. AndreaJune 27, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Again, thank you for the tour Switzerland through your eyes! They are very beautiful and informative.

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  28. Phil SladeJune 27, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Wonderful scenery shots.

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  29. AnonymousJune 27, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    such gorgeous images...i love it too when clouds pass by. there's tons of that at kodaikanal :)

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  30. LindyLouMacJune 27, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Calling by as a participant in Our World Tuesday, an interesting composition of goldfish. Thankyou for your interest in my entry, hope you will call by again. By the way The Eiger is the one on the left!

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  31. KusumJune 27, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    I rode this funiculare in Italy, its fun!

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  32. LeoviJune 27, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Beautiful photos. Great scenery, a fantastic place.
    Saludos.

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  33. ZielonaMilaJune 27, 2012 at 10:32 PM

    Unusual photographs, fantastic views. I am greeting

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  34. Sallie (FullTime-Life.comJune 28, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    It looks like an amazing day to me! (Both the weather and the experience.)

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  35. Anni June 28, 2012 at 1:00 AM

    Your pictures are always breathtaking...I love the vivid, clear images along with the beauty of the landscaping.

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  36. Blue LavenderJune 28, 2012 at 5:03 AM

    Hello Shantana,
    Thanks for visiting my blog. Your pictures are truly amazing, Switzerland is one of the countries that I'd love to visit the most. You are very fortunate to see it with your own eyes and take all these wonderful pictures. I'm following you back.
    Hugs,
    Laura :0)

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  37. UnknownJune 28, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    Thank you for sharing your vacation with us ... your photos are wonderful. Actually, your blog is wonderful ... so many incredible photos and trips. I'm following you and have added you to my blog roll ... I'm going to live vicariously through you! :-)

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  38. LeenaHJune 28, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    I am really happy that I found your photos !
    Those landscapes are so amazing and also that you are there with your small daughters ! You are really brave !
    My daughter and her two children, our grandchildren ( 16 and 13 ) are going next Sunday to Austria`s mountains to hike.
    Warm greetings to you and your family!

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  39. Kenneth Cole SchneiderJune 29, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    What a great adventure, and such beautiful photos!

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  40. ღ MummelJune 29, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    Phantastische Bilder....Danke fürs zeigen.
    Lg Mummel

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  41. JoyfulJune 29, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Beautiful photos. Stunning colours.

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  42. Tina´s PicStoryJune 29, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    fantastic pics! the rainbow in the mountains is amazing! thanks for sharing with *ein stück himmel* :)

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  43. Tina´s PicStoryJune 29, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    it would be so nice, if you give me a backlink, that others can also find us! thanks ♥

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  44. eileeninmdJune 29, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Beautiful photos from your trip. I love the lakes and mountains. So Pretty. Thanks for sharing, have a great weekend!

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  45. Kim, USAJune 29, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    Oh my gush this place is beautiful!! Thanks for sharing.

    Kim,USA

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  46. thomasJune 29, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Wow!Beautiful scenery from peak.

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  47. lina@womenJune 29, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Fantastic views indeed. It must be an unforgettable vacation!
    Thanks for visiting :)

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  48. ashokJune 29, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    fantastic images...what a place!

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  49. CathyCJune 30, 2012 at 2:43 AM

    WOW, such beautiful photos - what a memorable vacation.
    thanks for leaving a comment on my Skywatch Friday post.

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  50. SandyCarlsonJune 30, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    These photos are a beautiful study of light and life. Very beautiful!

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  51. Bhavesh ChhatbarJune 30, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    Stunning Swiss beauty indeed! I'm mesmerized by the photographs :)

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  52. The Blissful BeetJune 30, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    I haven't been to Switzerland in several years now and your photos make me want to go back! Love the Swiss Alps in the summer!

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  53. MarleenJune 30, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Thanks for sharing these beautiful photo's. Enjoy your weekend!

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  54. Pearl MapleJune 30, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    fabulous photos from a beautiful part of the world

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  55. rainfield61June 30, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    We do have similar train over here in Penang.

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  56. Spare Parts and PicsJune 30, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    Stunning!! Thanks for taking us along.

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  57. UnknownJuly 1, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    These pics of your vacation are so awesome -one can hardly top this -what will you do afterward?? My son has a flat mate who comes from Switzerland, so I'm excited her gets to see these sites:)

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  58. edenJuly 1, 2012 at 9:00 AM

    Great shots. What a beautiful place to visit.

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  59. ❀~Myrna~❀July 2, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Wow, Spectacular Shots!

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  60. EG CameraGirlJuly 4, 2012 at 1:52 AM

    Such a beautiful place, Shantana! Thank you for sharing your photos.

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  61. OlgaJuly 5, 2012 at 12:15 AM

    Very beautiful place!

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  62. AiketaJuly 6, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    I think I should stop looking at your pics from Switzerland... I'm jealous of those beautiful place you have seen and my willingness to go there increases with each photo.
    So so beautiful! I hope you enjoyed it as much as possible!

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  63. UnknownJuly 10, 2012 at 4:37 AM

    Thanks for the tour!

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