| Luxembourg, also called the "Gibraltar of the North" is | | | | There is also a statue of William II of Netherlands |
| a beautiful city with valleys and plateaus that make | | | | here. The Town Hall is filled with cafe tables and |
| for great landscapes. The city is divided into 24 | | | | chairs during the summer, and usually you can find a |
| districts, but as a visitor you only need to know of | | | | concert taking place here during peak months. |
| three; Ville Gaute which is the medieval core, Gare | | | | The Grand Ducal Palace has been fully restored and |
| which is where the train station is located, and | | | | now possesses the Parliament. You should also visit |
| Kirchberg which is the modern city. | | | | the Notre Dame Cathedral which was built in the 17th |
| The best way to get around the city is through the | | | | century. The Gelle Fra (Golden Lady) is also nearby |
| bus network or by foot. It's a small and very pretty | | | | and is actually a golden statue of a woman holding a |
| city so walking is not very hard to do and you can | | | | wreath which serves as a symbol of victory. There is |
| surely enjoy more this way. | | | | also a World War II cemetery that can be visited if |
| When in the city, you should go visit the Casemates | | | | you are interested in learning more about the |
| Bock which is underground fortifications which were | | | | sacrifices made by American soldiers on |
| developed in the 18th century. These go all under the | | | | Luxembourgish soil. |
| city and are a World Heritage Site. The Bock is the | | | | During August and September you can take part in |
| rock where the first castle stood. This is connected | | | | the Schueberfouer which is a huge funfair that takes |
| to a large number of fortifications as well. | | | | place over two weeks. There are a lot of rides and |
| You should also visit the Alzette- the river which is | | | | things to eat and drink, and you can really enjoy |
| very small but has a huge valley. The landscape over | | | | yourself if you are visiting with children. On June 23rd |
| here is extremely pretty to spend time and vacations | | | | is the Grand Duke's birthday and thus it is a national |
| at. It is locally known as the Grund, and there is a | | | | holiday. There is a lot of celebration on the streets |
| fortress surrounding the valley. You should also visit | | | | with fireworks and everyone turning out to celebrate. |
| the Neumunster cathedral which is now a cultural | | | | Luxembourg may be a very small city, but it certainly |
| centre. | | | | has enough to offer especially if you visit at the right |
| When in town, you should go to the old town as it is | | | | time and are interested in learning about the history |
| very scenic and will show you Luxembourg's history | | | | of the country and the city. Take the time and truly |
| through buildings. There is also a local market on | | | | enjoy the city by taking walking tours, eating local |
| Wednesday and Saturday called Place Guillaume. | | | | cuisine, and viewing its history through its buildings. |