Strasbourg: Quick Facts

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Panoramic view of the confluence of the Ill River's branches in Strasbourg, France, with historic stone towers, bridges, and buildings along the waterfront.

European Parliament building

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg, France

tram in Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg, France.

An American M5A1 Stuart light tank drives past half-timbered buildings on a street in Strasbourg, France, during World War II in 1944.

Tour the Strasbourg's streets and regard the Cathedral of Notre-Dame and the Council of Europe's headquarters

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