9/29/12

"My favorite part of Swiss tradition took place in Glarus today.  A few days before the first snowfall each autumn, the Swiss farmers will march their cows from their fields in the mountains to their winter barns.  Adorned in flowery headdresses and majestic bells, the sound of the processions can be heard all throughout the valley.  Billa and I spent the morning biking throughout Glarus, watching as many of these as we could.  I was entranced by the bells, and the rich culture behind the tradition."