Luxembourg
History, people and beauty
History
Luxembourg was founded in 963 and became a dutchy in 1815 and independent under Netherlands. Most of its land was taken by Belgium in1839. It was overrun by Germany in both World Wars. In 1957, it became one of the six founders of the European economic community. In 1999 It adopted the Euro.
Castles
There are very many castles in Luxembourg. Many af the castles are not well protracted and were made for the luxury of owning one.
The city
Because of the small size of Luxembourg there is only one city of the Capitol. The reast of the country is towns a forest.
Capitol
The name of the Capitol is Luxembourg just as the country is. It has a very long history with many historic sites.
Location, features and attractions
Luxembourg is located between France and Germany with no other countries touching it. It has ouch open areas with forests and mountains spoted with small towns. People visit Luxembourg for this and the architecture and beauty of the country.
The flag
The Flag has the mix of the German and French flags. It has the lines going across like Germany and the colors of France. The flag was first used in 1845 and was officially adopted on June 23. 1972.
Currency
Befor euro, people in Luxembourg would carry a variety of currencys with them. The most commonly used was the Belgian money.
Facts
-Luxembourg is the richest country in Europe.
-Luxembourg is 998^2 miles
-even though it is small it holds over 100,000 people
-almost all sporting avents can be found in Luxembourg
Citations
http://www.allcountries.eu/luxembourg.htm
http://www.foursquare-europe.org/connect/luxembourg/
http://www.cntraveller.com/guides/europe/luxembourg/luxembourg/where-to-stay
https://www.allianz.com/en/about_us/where_we_are/regions_countries/luxembourg.html
http://kenspastimes.co.uk/luxemberg/
http://www.leroyal.com/luxembourg/