The Walls of the Corniche in Luxembourg City. Photo credit: Planetware.com
Luxembourg is one of
the most powerful and economically advanced nations in Europe, despite being
one of the smallest. Even though the nation is small, about 2,586 km² in size,
it has a significant impact on global politics, economy, and finance. Often
thought of as Europe's banking hub, Luxembourg has a rich history, a
fascinating culture, and a good level of living.
What is unique about
Luxembourg? Why is it so appealing to foreigners and businesspeople? What's
life like in this nation? People frequently ask these three crucial questions.
After losing the war against Napoleon, it became the only duchy (the territory
of a duke) in the world to achieve this status. Considering its small size, it
is not surprising that not all of the workers reside there permanently.
A large portion of
the country's workforce commutes from Belgium, Germany, and France, and in spite
of its small size, Luxembourg is surprisingly home to a diverse population,
with the Portuguese making up the largest group. Although many citizens speak
English fluently, Luxembourgish, German, and French are the three official
languages of the nation.
The country is
well-known for its wine culture restaurant, which has the largest wine list
according to the Guinness Book of World Records, with more than 1,700 kinds, just so
you know! Luxembourg is a safe place to live because there are only two prisons
in the nation, and they are nearly empty. The country has also won the
Eurovision Song Contest five times.
Luxembourg has over
two hundred banks because it is an offshore zone. It boasts of the highest
minimum salary, the lowest unemployment rate, and a very high GDP in Europe
since its three neighboring countries provide jobs! With a population of over
670,000 and an average life expectancy of 82 years, Luxembourg is a fairly
homogeneous country without a prominent age group.
High-quality
education is given to children, and health insurance, pensions, and other
social benefits are given to the elderly.
Luxembourg's best tourist attractions
Even though
Luxembourg is small, it has a lot to offer: museums, fortifications,
cathedrals, palaces, dungeons, and castles (there are over sixty of them!). The
country is so green that it's fun to drive and walk about in it. Saints Peter and
Paul are even honored in an Orthodox church. The capital city's public transit
is free, by the way!
However, visitors
frequently lament that the cost of living in the city is far higher than in
nearby Germany. Thankfully, it can be investigated in a day or two. Everyone
has undoubtedly heard the term "Schengen visa"! Few people are aware
of its origins, though.
With a population of
over 120,000, Luxembourg's capital is also known as Luxembourg. It serves as
both the nation's primary metropolis and financial hub. The city is stunning,
and every building is different. Additionally, it has twice been named the
European Capital of Culture. Catholics make up the bulk of the population, and
they celebrate Christmas, Easter, and Emeschen, a holiday that happens right
after Easter.
The Old Quarter of
Luxembourg City, the National Museum of History and Art, the Bock Casemates,
the Grand Ducal Palace, the Walls of the Corniche, William Square (Place
Guillaume II), Echternach and its Benedictine Abbey, the Luxembourg City
History Museum, Bourscheid Castle, Mondorf-les-Bains, and the Moselle are
additional sites of interest.
In Luxembourg, they
plan a fire festival, have a carnival, and commemorate the birthday of their
beloved Duke. They enjoy having a good time! It should come as no surprise that
they make great wine, and the nation is among the top European countries in
terms of per capita alcohol consumption. Luxembourg's motto, "We want to
stay the way we are," indicates that its citizens are comfortable with
their lives and are happy.
The nation has
maintained its distinct character and even its own language, which is spoken
nowhere else in the world, despite being surrounded by larger European nations!
However, Luxembourgers are also fluent in other languages.
The town of
Schengen, which is quite conveniently located between both France and Germany,
is where the first Schengen agreement between the five countries was
signed in Luxembourg. The Agreement came into effect in 1995 and has been in
place since 1999 as part of the European Union's Schengen Act.
Wonderful Luxembourgish dishes
Luxembourg cuisine,
which combines French, German, and Belgian flavors, has a rich history and
legacy. Restaurants all around the nation serve food from other nations as
well. Local farming and products, including the greatest seasonal meats,
sausages, cheeses, potatoes, cabbage, beans, and other foods, constitute the
foundation of traditional Luxembourgish cuisine.
A nice Luxembourg dish: Photo credit: travelfoodatlas.com
Here are a few
delectable dishes from the country: Gromperekichelcher (potato pancakes),
Letzeburger Kniddlelen (Luxembourg dumplings), Judd mat Gaardebounen (smoked
pork and broad beans), Bouchée à la Reine (Queen's morsel or filled puff
pastry), Flammkuchen (Tarte Flambée or pizza), and Wäinzoossiss mat
Moschterzooss (wine sauce and sausage with mustard)
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