Cologne Cathedral
In Cologne, all roads lead to the majestic and luxurious Gothic cathedral, which will amaze the imagination.
Cologne Cathedral at one time was the largest temple in the world, and today it is the largest in Europe; unique relics, many sculptures and paintings with religious themes, and ancient religious objects are collected here. And the cathedral bell “Peter” weighs twenty-four tons, it was cast from the cannons of the French army, and it has no equal in the whole world.
Cologne City Hall
Cologne is lushly dotted with Gothic-style buildings. One such building is the Cologne City Hall. Its roots go back to 1330, and the town hall itself belongs to the city authorities.
Over the centuries-old history of its existence, the architectural masterpiece was destroyed and restored several times, changing its appearance. At the end of the 20th century, the town hall received 124 new sculptures depicting kings, popes, emperors, famous citizens and other great personalities of Cologne.
Chocolate Museum
To find this Cologne monument, all you have to do is follow the smell. After all, we are talking about the Chocolate Museum.
It was opened in 1993 by the local confectionery company Imhoff-Stollwerk, which has been producing chocolate and various sweets for 200 years. The fact that this is an unusual place can be understood from afar. From the outside, the building where the “delicious” museum is located somewhat resembles a large ship. Inside this ship are thousands of examples of chocolate art.
By the way, along with the entrance ticket, visitors are also given a bar of chocolate produced here at the mini-factory. This small chocolate workshop is controlled entirely by computers and is the most important exhibit in the entire museum.
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House of Perfume 4711
For several centuries, this legendary factory has produced perfumes exported to 60 countries around the world. The products are produced according to a secret recipe.
There is a boutique at the factory where you can find all modern 4711 fragrances, shower soaps, cosmetics, etc. In addition, the building has a museum with thematic samples telling how the brand appeared and went to success.
Flora Botanical Garden
The luxurious botanical garden, created back in 1864, is located on the lands of Cologne. This park is one of the oldest botanical gardens in Europe.
The park area is beautifully and functionally designed. There are outdoor cafes, artificial ponds and indoor greenhouses, fountains and recreation areas, sculptures and statues. All this is adjacent to Mediterranean trees and mountain herbs, unusual plants and shrubs.
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Fantasy Land
This place will appeal to both adults and children. On the gigantic square there are zones with different themes – the Celestial Empire, Ancient Greece, the Prairies of Mexico.
Fantasy Land is one of the oldest entertainment complexes throughout Europe. It has already celebrated its 50th anniversary, and the range of entertainment here is constantly growing.
Cable car
If you want to see the best of Cologne in one go, buy a cable car ticket. Your eyes will open to views of the city Cathedral and the Rhine, amazing panoramas of the entire city.
The construction date of the cable car is 1957. According to local residents, this type of “transport” is the safest and most environmentally friendly.
Schnütgen Museum
The Schnütgen Museum in Cologne belongs to the Romanesque style. Under its arches is one of the most famous collections of medieval art in Europe. The peculiarity of the collection is the dominance of religious themes; the genre of paintings depicts biblical and evangelical subjects.
Ludwig Museum
At the end of the 20th century, the Peter Ludwig family presented the city with a luxurious collection of works of art. Subsequently, the collection was constantly replenished, and an entire building was allocated to house it. If you’re into the arts, these Cologne attractions should be high on your list of excursions. You will be able to see works by Jones, Dali, Warhol, Picasso and other outstanding artists.
In addition, the exhibition center with an area of 8,000 square meters houses a large-scale exhibition of historical cameras and photographs, a Philharmonic and a library.
Augustusburg Palace
An amazing masterpiece, the main attraction of the Rococo era in Germany, is located 15 kilometers from Cologne.
Construction of the castle began in the 18th century, and amazing gardens were built around the building. The facade of the palace is decorated with bas-reliefs. The interiors feature frescoes, a luxurious grand staircase, and an original flat domed ceiling.
Guests can explore the bishop’s chambers, bathroom, dining room, balconies, and state rooms. And also take a walk through the park-garden, enjoying the views of groves and lakes, fountains and exotic vegetation.
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St Martin’s Church
One of the most striking sights of Cologne can also be called St. Martin’s Church. Among German residents, it is better known as Great St. Martin and is located in the historical part of the city.
The roots of the temple go back to the 10th century, and its first owners were Benedictines. The main value of the temple is a fragment of an antique column. Local residents and guides in Cologne claim that he is able to prevent people with ungodly thoughts from entering the church and even destroy them.