Nestled in the arms of Thun and Brienz lakes and heavily guarded by giants such as Monch, Jungfrau and Eiger, Interlaken is like a treasure chest that has a little bit of everything for everyone. Wooden chalets dot the most verdant meadows you will ever set your eyes on, a few pristine white cows here and fragrant edelweiss strewn everywhere. The mountain tops seem to sing a song of their own. The wind blows in all its glory, carrying the sweet aroma of chocolate and cheese while the lakes sparkle and shine. You look around to spot Johanna Spyri's Heidi somewhere in the distance when you are suddenly reminded of the adventures of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge. That is Interlaken in a nutshell. This Swiss resort is a fine piece of poetry; one that will hypnotise you forever.

Interlaken, apart from being surpassingly beautiful to look at, is a cradle for luxurious hotels and a mecca for adventure sports. This picture-postcard gem of Bernese Oberland, apart from being the most popular base for trips to many Alpine peaks, is quite a tourist destination in itself. To that end, here are five most exciting things you can see and do during your visit in Interlaken.