STRASBOURG

By:Aliza

Map of Strasbourg

 Strasbourg is a large city in North Eastern France and is the capital of Alsace region.  It is also the seat of the European Parliament.  It is close to the border with Germany and the river Rhine and is an important cross road in Europe.

Population   

    The population of Strasbourg is 270,000 which makes it one of the largest cities in France.     This is a  chart to show you

how many people live in strasbourg.

History     Because of many wars in Europe Strasbourg has been invaded many times the last time during WW2.     Because of its long history Strasbourg has many old and beautiful buildings including the large Cathedral. 

Tourist attractions

   The old part of the city is called Petite France and has many attractive buildings, canals and bridges.     The German district has examples of classical German architecture.     Other attractions are the Cathedral, many parks and museums.    

EducationStrasbourg has several famous universities and institutes.

Universitiy of Strasbourg has three institusions: Louis Pasteur university specialising in medicine and science, social sciences university and the university of law, 

International space university

Human frontier science program specialising in biological research.

Culture

Museums:Strasbourg has ten Museums covering a range of interests from history to art.

Libraries:Strasbourg has a network of media libraries. 

Entertainment: There are a range of theatres and consertals showing performances of theatre, dance, music and circus.

Business

Conference centre:Because of its location Strasbourg hosts many international conferences. Industries:

Chemicals, automotive parts snd foods are prodused by multimatinal companies such as: kaft foods, Eli lilly and general motors.

Service inderstries:Many banks have their head officers in Strasbourg.