Everything that is beautiful speaks to the heart. Beauty is everywhere, you just have to see it and open yourself up to it. It is often revealed in nature: a rose, a lotus, a poppy or an edelweiss. It's there too, in the endless landscapes, the peaceful sheep, the majestic mountains, or the reflection of light on the water.
Every moment spent observing this harmony – a flower, a bird in flight, a rainbow, the sun's rays caressing the waves - is a simple yet profoundly soothing experience. Yes, observing nature leads us to peace.
Nature reminds us that we are part of it, and that we are united with the world and the universe around us. Let's not forget that the Earth, our mother, carries us, gives us water and protects us. These photos are a humble tribute to this wonder, a celebration of the immense generosity that surrounds us, day after day.
Beauty is not a mere ornament. Beauty is a sign by which Creation tells us that life has meaning. — François Cheng
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Lotus in Geneva's botanical garden, home to over 16,000 species of plants.
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The Matterhorn, the majestic symbol of Switzerland, watches over the Alps from its height of 4,478 metres. In Zermatt, the telluric energy and grandiose landscapes offer a rejuvenating getaway.
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The Creux du Van in the canton of Neuchâtel is one of Switzerland's most spectacular nature reserves.
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During the Gemmi Sheep Festival in July 2013, around 800 sheep happily make their way down the mountain pastures to the Daubensee lake on the Gemmi pass between Kandersteg and Leukerbad.
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The ‘black-nosed’ sheep, originally from the Valais, combine a unique appearance with a gentle, endearing temperament.
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Poppies in the Fribourg countryside.
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On the Sanetch Pass (VS).
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Alpine flower.
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Alpine blossom in Zermatt.
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The rose and its delicate fragrance.
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On the shores of Lake Sarnen.
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The patience of the green tree, motionless, always standing, is a lesson from nature!
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Beauty at night in the garden at Corserey.
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The river Brenno di Lucomagno at Campra (TI).
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In Switzerland, the Edelweiss is a national emblem. Yet this magnificent flower originated in Asia! Despite its delicate appearance, it is surprisingly resilient: it grows at altitudes of up to 3,000 metres, on rocky ground and steep slopes. A true symbol of strength and endurance.
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Sunset on Lake Walenstadt (SG).
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The poplars around the Roman historic site of Vindonissia (AG) reach for the sky.
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Who made the flowers so beautiful, colored them and gave them fragrance?
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The fern is a very old plant with almost 13,000 species.
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Gentians in Zermatt.
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What would we do without bees?
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Symbol of freedom.
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The mystical setting of Engstligenalp towards Adelboden.
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In the amazing botanical garden of Mr William Aviolat in St-Triphon (VD), open to the public. Mr Aviolat is in his garden every day.
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Japanese lanterns, or Physalis alkekengi franchetii, in autumn.
Photos © Catherine Touaibi