Alsace is a region that remains very influenced by Germany both
through historical and Cultural ties.
Although the official language is French the majority of the people
still use a language
called Alsatian (closely related to Swiss German).
Alsatian culture expresses itself through architecture, literature
and different arts (like cooking)!
Due to its geographical location this region had to endure numerous
invasions and was at the center of different conflicts between France
and Germany.
Alsace is now a very dynamic region, enjoying the closeness of both
Germany and Switzerland. It has also become the symbol of reconciliation
of the European nations with Strasbourg as its parliamentary capital.
