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The Château d'eau du "Rebierg", located near Garnich in Luxembourg, is an iconic water tower characterized by its unique cone-shaped design. Completed in 1971, it was constructed to meet the growing water demands of the surrounding region while serving as a symbol of modern engineering and design aesthetics of the time. The structure's cone form, tapering upward from a wide base, reflects a blend of functional engineering and architectural boldness. This shape not only optimizes water storage efficiency but also offers structural stability, making it a standout feature in the local landscape. Situated on the Rebierg hill, the tower enjoys an elevated position, allowing it to provide gravity-fed water distribution to the nearby communities.
Over the years, the Château d'eau du "Rebierg" has become a landmark, often admired for its clean, geometric design and integration into the rural setting. While its primary purpose is utilitarian, the tower has also been the subject of interest among architecture enthusiasts and photographers, who appreciate its sculptural quality. It represents a period in Luxembourg's mid-20th-century infrastructure development when utility structures were increasingly designed with an eye toward aesthetic appeal. Today, the water tower continues to function as an essential component of the local water supply network while standing as a testament to the fusion of utility and design.
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Europe is generally agreed to be the birthplace of western culture, including such legendary innovations as the democratic nation-state, football and tomato sauce.The word Europe comes from the Greek goddess Europa, who was kidnapped by Zeus and plunked down on the island of Crete. Europa gradually changed from referring to mainland Greece until it extended finally to include Norway and Russia.Don't be confused that Europe is called a continent without looking like an island, the way the other continents do. It's okay. The Ural mountains have steadily been there to divide Europe from Asia for the last 250 million years. Russia technically inhabits "Eurasia".Europe is presently uniting into one political and economic zone with a common currency called the Euro. The European Union originated in 1993 and is now composed of 27 member states. Its headquarters is in Brussels, Belgium.Do not confuse the EU with the Council of Europe, which has 47 member states and dates to 1949. These two bodies share the same flag, national anthem, and mission of integrating Europe. The headquarters of the Council are located in Strasbourg, France, and it is most famous for its European Court of Human Rights. In spite of these two bodies, there is still no single Constitution or set of laws applying to all the countries of Europe. Debate rages over the role of the EU in regards to national sovereignty. As of January 2009, the Lisbon Treaty is the closest thing to a European Constitution, yet it has not been approved by all the EU states. Text by Steve Smith.
