One of the most significant natural attractions of St. Moritz is the Devil’s Mountain (Diavolezza). This place appeals to lovers of alpine skiing and those who wish to get aesthetic pleasure. The peak is visible from almost anywhere in the city. Many tourists visit St. Moritz just for the sake of these magnificent views. Another attraction is the mountain Muottas Muragl, which is an excellent viewing point. Another beautiful peak — Piz Nair — is also worth mentioning.
The trail named Heidi’s Flower is perfect for hiking. Usually, it is called by the Italian version of the name – Sentiero dei Fiori di Heidi, or by the German one – Heidi’s Blumenweg. On the territory of the valley, there are more than two hundred different alpine plants, and each of them is incredibly fragrant and beautiful. Therefore, it is a place of particular interest for botany fans. The scenic path ends at Heidi’s hut, which is surrounded by a pastoral atmosphere. Stunning wooden sculptural compositions can be found along the way. The Schellen Ursli Path is another famous trail that leads to the hut. It is no less remarkable for those who want to enjoy the picturesque open spaces of the city.
St. Moritz can boast of the fact that on its territory there is an elegant sample of modern architecture. We are referring to the Chesa Futura, a structure in the biotech style. The peculiarity of this building is that it combines ancient canons with modern technologies of construction. Wood – the most ancient building material – was used to create its bizarre contemporary form. This is a sort of union of modernity and antiquity, technology and nature. It is noteworthy, that the wooden blocks of the building are changing their color under the influence of weather conditions and time. It gives an impression that the construction “grows old” together with tree and foliage but does not have an effect on its functionality.
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