Strasbourg

/ˈstræzbʊərɡ/ noun

Definition

A city in northeastern France near the German border, serving as the seat of the European Parliament and known for its Gothic cathedral.

Etymology

From Germanic 'Strateburgum' meaning 'city of roads', referring to its position at the crossing of important Roman routes. The name evolved through various forms reflecting the area's complex French-German linguistic history.

Kelly Says

Strasbourg perfectly embodies European complexity - its very name shifts between German 'Straßburg' and French 'Strasbourg' depending on political control. The city's architecture, cuisine, and culture create a unique Franco-Germanic synthesis that makes it an ideal symbol for European unity.

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