The city of Luxembourg, with its population of 120,000, is the capital of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. It is the residence of H.R.H. the Grand Duke, the seat of Government and the archbishop, and home to diplomatic and consular corps. The City of Luxembourg and its ancient quarters and fortifications were designated a World Heritage Site by
UNESCO in 1994. Luxembourg has also been named European Capital of Culture twice, in 1995, and again in 2007.
The Court of Justice of the European Union, the Court of Auditors for the E.U., the general secretariat of the European Parliament, and the European Monetary Fund are also located in Luxembourg city.
Luxembourg was one of the world's most powerful fortresses for many centuries, and was dismantled between 1867-1883. Many of the relics have been preserved. The fortifications are now home to many parks and gardens, as well as the Casemates, an extensive network of underground tunnels carved in the rock. The city also has many bridges and interesting architecture in addition to many banks and other attractions.
The City of Luxembourg and its ancient quarters and fortifications were designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.
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