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<h2 class = 'uawtitle'>Things to Do On Your Holiday in Luxembourg</h2><div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>by Robert M Freeman</div><div class='uawarticle'><br />Luxembourg, also known as the "Gibraltar of the North" is a gorgeous city with valleys and plateaus that make for grand scenery. The city is separated into 24 districts, but as a visitor you only need to be familiar with three; Ville Gaute which is the medieval core, Gare which is where the train station is situated, and Kirchberg which is the modern city. <br />
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The best way to get around the city is through the bus network or by foot. It's a small and very pretty city so walking is not very hard to do and you can surely enjoy more this way. <br />
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While in the city, you should go see the Casemates Bock which is underground defences which were made in the 18th century. These go all under the city and are a World Heritage Site. The Bock is the rock where the first castle was located. This is linked to a whole host of defences as well. <br />
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You should also visit the Alzette- the river which is very small but has a huge valley. The landscape over here is extremely pretty to spend time and vacations at. It is locally known as the Grund, and there is a fortress surrounding the valley. You should also visit the Neumunster cathedral which is now a cultural centre. <br />
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When in town, you should go see the old town as it is incredibly beautiful and will show you Luxembourg's history through buildings. Additionally, there is a local market on Wednesday and Saturday called Place Guillaume. Other than this, there is also a statue of William II of Netherlands here. The Town Hall is overflowing with cafe tables and chairs for the duration of the summer, and as a rule you can find a concert taking place here during peak months. <br />
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The Grand Ducal Palace has been fully restored and now possesses the Parliament. You should also visit the Notre Dame Cathedral which was built in the 17th century. The Gelle Fra (Golden Lady) is also nearby and is actually a golden statue of a woman holding a wreath which serves as a symbol of victory. There is also a World War II cemetery that can be visited if you are interested in learning more about the sacrifices made by American soldiers on Luxembourgish soil. <br />
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For the duration of August and September you can participate in the Schueberfouer which is a gigantic funfair that takes place over two weeks. There are many rides and things to eat and drink, and you can amuse yourself here if you have children with you. On June 23rd is the Grand Duke's birthday and as a result it is a national holiday. There are many celebrations on the streets with fireworks and everyone turning out to have a good time. <br />
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Luxembourg may be an extremely tiny city, but it positively has sufficient to offer particularly if you visit at the right time and are interested in learning about the history of the country and the city. Take the time and truthfully enjoy the city by taking walking tours, eating local cuisine, and viewing its history through its buildings.</div><div class='uawresource'><div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br />
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