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Picturesque Swiss Alpine village of Blatten close to Zermatt
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Picturesque Swiss Alpine village of Blatten close to Zermatt
circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alpine Canton Chapel Close Hamlet Huts Swiss Valais Zermatt Blatten Platten
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Step back in time with this enchanting postcard image of the picturesque Swiss Alpine village of Blatten, nestled in the Valais Canton near the renowned mountain resort of Zermatt. Dating back to the 1910s, this charming hamlet transports us to an era of simple pleasures and traditional mountain living. The quaint wooden houses, with their sloping roofs and rustic wooden facades, cling to the steep hillside, offering a warm and welcoming invitation. The village chapel, with its tall spire and intricate details, stands proudly at the heart of the community, a testament to the strong spiritual bonds of the residents. The serene valley landscape, bathed in the soft glow of the sun, offers a breathtaking backdrop to the village. Snow-capped peaks tower in the distance, their majestic beauty a constant reminder of the raw power and grandeur of nature. The peaceful scene is further enhanced by the presence of traditional Swiss huts, their red shutters and whitewashed walls adding a pop of color against the verdant greenery and pristine snow. Blatten, with its idyllic setting and rich cultural heritage, offers a glimpse into the past, a time when life moved at a slower pace and the simple joys of community and nature were cherished above all else. This postcard image, captured in the early 1900s, serves as a timeless reminder of the enduring charm and beauty of the Swiss Alps and the villages nestled within them.
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