I will pay tribute to the Queen of Europe’s great rivers, the Danube! The Danube, through its rich history, has remained timeless and truly enchanting. German poet Friedrich Hцlderlin called the Danube “a refreshing, melodious river, sometimes foaming with high spirits, at other times dreaming serenely.” For many centuries this river has been a reflection of Europe’s history and destiny — an economic lifeline, a great highway to conquest, and a source of inspiration for poets and musicians. Now it is my turn to be inspired!

I will pay tribute to the Queen of Europe’s great rivers, the Danube! The Danube, through its rich history, has remained timeless and truly enchanting. German poet Friedrich Hцlderlin called the Danube “a refreshing, melodious river, sometimes foaming with high spirits, at other times dreaming serenely.” For many centuries this river has been a reflection of Europe’s history and destiny — an economic lifeline, a great highway to conquest, and a source of inspiration for poets and musicians. Now it is my turn to be inspired!

I will pay tribute to the Queen of Europe’s great rivers, the Danube! The Danube, through its rich history, has remained timeless and truly enchanting. German poet Friedrich Hцlderlin called the Danube “a refreshing, melodious river, sometimes foaming with high spirits, at other times dreaming serenely.” For many centuries this river has been a reflection of Europe’s history and destiny — an economic lifeline, a great highway to conquest, and a source of inspiration for poets and musicians. Now it is my turn to be inspired!