Luxembourg culture — unique blend of French, German and Luxembourgish. Small country, dynasty, finance and cosmopolitanism.
Languages
Three official languages: Luxembourgish (mother tongue), French (administration), German (press). 50% of inhabitants are foreigners — total cosmopolitanism.
Grand-Ducal Family
House Nassau-Weilburg since 1890. Grand Duke Henri since 2000. Marriage of Grand Duke Henri and Maria Teresa Mestre 1981. Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume — future Grand Duke.
Vianden and History
Vianden Castle — one of most beautiful in Europe. 1000 years of history. Bourscheid Castle, Beaufort. House of Luxembourg counted emperors Henry VII, Charles IV, Sigismund.
Music and Festivals
Philharmonie Luxembourg (Jean Nouvel, 2005) — one of best in Europe. 800 concerts a year. Echternach International Music Festival. Rock-A-Field — rock festival.
Cuisine
Luxembourg cuisine — French and German influences. Judd mat Gaardebounen (smoked pork with broad beans) — national dish. Bouneschlupp (bean soup). Moselle wines. Riesling, Pinot Gris.
Traditions
Hopplaboom — Echternach hopping procession (UNESCO). Octave of Our Lady of Luxembourg. Schueberfouer — annual fair since 1340. Saint Nicolas (December 6).
Modern Culture
Mudam Luxembourg — Museum of Modern Art. Casino Forum d Art Contemporain. EU institutions (Court of Justice, EIB, Eurostat). Multilingualism — Luxembourgers grow up with 4 languages.