Cologne

Founded by the Romans, the city of Cologne (Köln) is one of the oldest in Germany. It is an important cultural center that unites 13 Romanic churches, being the main one, the famous Cathedral of Cologne.

The city hall (Rathaus) of Cologne occupies the same building since 1330, thanks to continuous reformations. In front of the City hall there is a glass pyramid that protects the thermal Judaic ruins of the 12th Century.

on your trip to Cologne don’t miss out on the Cathedral – in gothic style – and the largest on in Germany – its construction begun in August 15th of 1248 and it was only concluded in 1520. The highest tower has 157,38 meters. On its main altar there is a roman reliquary made by Nikolaus von Verdum, which it stores the relics of the Three Wise Men, brought from Italy in 1164 by Emperor Frederico I, the Purple-Beard.

The reliquary took around 35 years to be done. In this church it is also possible to visit the Virgin Mary altar, also known as Adornment Mary. Many people bring as offers jewels of all kids, and some decorate Mary’s mantle. Behind the main altar there are several thumbs, where are buried archbishops and bishops that were a part of the history of the Cathedral, witch is considered by UNESCO a Human Heritage building.

The art expositions and the musical events of Cologne are internationally recognized. May it be thought its operas or rock concerts; the musical scenery of Cologne is innovative and multitasked. The philharmonic of the city is one of the main spaces for concerts with several events throughout the year. Cologne’s Arena is the biggest place of entertainment in Germany, while Tanzbrunnen is one of the most beautiful open spaces in the world.