What Continent is Switzerland in?

Is Switzerland in Asia Or in Europe?

Switzerland is at the center of Europe. It is surrounded by five countries: Austria and Liechtenstein to the east, Germany to the north, France to the west and Italy to the south.

Switzerland is a nation located in Central Europe. It is bordered by Germany to the west, France to the south, Italy to the east and Austria and Liechtenstein to the north. Switzerland is divided into more than twenty cantons and is composed of cities and villages of various sizes, mountains and lakes. A map of Switzerland can be used to better understand the geography of the country.

What is the old name for Switzerland?
What type of country is Switzerland considered to be?
Why is Switzerland so important?