Strasbourg beyond diplomacy
From heritage structures to storks, the city of Strasbourg in France enthralls visitors.
The French city of Strasbourg, located two miles from the German border, is no stranger to royal and presidential visits. A venue of diplomatic negotiations of global importance, Strasbourg is an oft-mentioned dateline.
It is considered one of the four capitals of the European Union — alongside Brussels, Luxembourg and Frankfurt — it being the base of several European organizations.
Half-timbered houses in the Old Town's Petit France. | PHOTOGRAPH BY EDU JARQUE FOR THE DAILY TRIBUNE
Strasbourg, two hours away from the capital Paris, is a walkable city with many overlooked destinations due to the focus on the consular dealings.
Here are the top five moments during our visit:
THE Cathedral of Notre Dame.
Most awesome: Cathedral of Notre-Dame
The apex of the Gothic architectural movement, it was the center point of its skyline through the 140-meter
