Alsace: a Region with a Distinctive Local Identity You don't need to be a history lover to appreciate Alsace's rich heritage. Many events, both happy and tragic, have shaped this region’s distinctive identity. The extensive use of the Alsatian dialect is definitely one of the most visible signs of this sense of identity felt by many people in Alsace, which is reinforced by local laws.
Alsace is also a land of art and culture, inspired by the openness of the Alsatian people and the seemingly limitless creativity of its artists. Alsace's local arts and fine arts are extremely diverse. The area's civil architecture, which includes many buildings inherited from the Renaissance and classical periods, its military architecture bears witness to the highly strategic position that Alsace has always occupied in Europe, and its religious heritage which has given rise to countless architectural treasures.