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Strasbourg is the capital of political Europe. The European Parliament is the only European Union institution in France, and at the 1992 Edinburgh summit, it was confirmed that it will continue to be based in Strasbourg. Also the Council of Europe is seated in Strasbourg.

Strasbourg proposes challenging collections in its museums, a lyrical excellence in its Opera house and an ambitious variety of theatrical programs that is world renown.This ancient city offers a wealth of gracious architecture of which highlights are Cathedral and the "Petite France" area. Strasbourg is also famous for its gastronomy.
 

            
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