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Mario Botta | Switzerland | Alps

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by Josh Sens

HIGH DINING < br/>Switzerland shows off its alpine best

On the summit of the Swiss Alps, fine dining hits record heights. Botta 3000, a stylish new restaurant set on a snowcapped peak, serves savory dishes that appeal to an international clientele. The building, designed by renowned architect Mario Botta, is a centerpiece for Glacier 3000, an environmentally friendly tourist center that blends beautifully into its alpine surroundings. Visitors arrive by aerial cableway, and enjoy jaw-dropping views of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn. 011-41-24-492-2814, www.glacier3000.com


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