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LuxembourgLuxembourg is one of Europe's oldest and smallest independent countries. It lies in northwestern Europe where Germany, France, and Belgium meet. It covers only 2,586 square kilometers. For Luxembourg's total population, see the Facts in brief table with this article. Luxembourg has scenic areas of rolling hills and dense forests. The whitewashed houses of the country's small towns and villages cluster around medieval castles and churches...More Information on Luxembourg. Also Read: Luxembourg - A short Background Full country name: Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxemburg, Letzeburg) History of LuxembourgThe national language of Luxembourg is Luxembourgish, a blend of Dutch, old German, and Frankish elements. The official language of the civil service, law, and parliament is French, although criminal and legal debates are conducted partly in Luxembourgish and police case files are recorded in German. German is the primary language of the press. French and German are taught in the schools, with German spoken mainly at the primary level and French at the secondary level...more on history of Luxembourg. Overview of Luxembourg's EconomyGDP: US$21.94 billion Also Read: Special Feature on Economy Of Luxemburg Political System of Luxembourg- Political Conditions in Luxembourg Climate, Vegetation and FaunaIn the northwest reaches of the heart of Europe, just southeast of Belgium and wedged between France and Germany, tiny Luxembourg is almost lost among the local big boys. Only 82km (51mi) long and 58km (36mi) wide, Luxembourg is slightly smaller than the US state of Rhode Island and not much larger than metropolitan London. Still, its borders encompass 2586 sq km (999 sq mi) of varied landscapes, from forested highlands in the north to rolling farmland and world-class vineyards in the south...more on Envoirnment of Luxembourg Population: Luxembourg are mostly of German and French background but have a distinct national consciousness...more on People and Population of Luxembourg. Culture: After centuries of foreign rule, it should come as no surprise that Luxembourg's population is composed of about 30% foreigners...More about Culture of Luxembourg. Facts for the TravelerVisas: Citizens of many countries - including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the USA and virtually all of Western Europe - require only a passport to enter Luxembourg for stays of up to 3 months.
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1 Dialling Code: 352 Electricity: 220V ,50Hz Weights & measures: Metric Also Read: Money and Cost Required | Transportation System of Luxembourg When to Go in LuxembourgSpringtime, the choicest time of year to visit, brings a riot of wildflowers and ushers in celebrations and folk festivals nationwide. The weather from spring through fall is usually good for outdoors activities - so long as you don't mind rain. Winter is not as extreme in Luxembourg as it can be in nearby countries, so if you find yourself visiting during the colder months, you needn't weigh yourself down with polar gear. Also Read: Getting Around Luxembourg | Luxembourg: Getting There and Away What to See in LuxembourgMajor Tourist Attractions in Luxembourg Other Tourist Attractions in Luxembourg
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