The special historical city is the old citadel of Petersberg. It was built in the baroque style and has been perfectly preserved throughout the centuries. Among the monuments of European defense architecture preserved in Europe, the citadel holds one of the leading positions. At one time, the Benedictine monastery was located here. Today, you can take an excursion around the entire territory of the citadel. …
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3. Public transport in Erfurt is represented by an extensive network of buses and trams cruising throughout the city. The cost of a trip by public transport is about 1.5 euros; anyone can buy a ticket for one day, which costs 5 euros. 4. Tourists planning a rich program of rest are recommended not to go for a trip in June, as this month is considered as the rainiest. The warmest weather prevails in July and …
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San Remo – Gelateria Italiana offers the best ice cream in Erfurt along with a wide selection of Italian specialty dishes. It's an excellent place to visit with kids. Young visitors are sure to like an excellent choice of desserts and sweets. The Chez Laurent restaurant specializes in French food. The restaurant occupies a beautiful historical building; its huge dining hall with historical interior can easily …
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Egapark Erfurt is the very attractive place to rest in summer. It has everything for a comfortable rest, including beautiful flower arrangements, fountains, pathways and benches hidden in tree shadows. Zoopark Erfurt is another place especially popular among families with children. There are lots exotic animals, including elephants, camels and deer living in spacy comfortable enclosures. Erfurt doesn’t have …
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The Old city is pedestrian; the Domplatz is considered to be its center. Mariendom, the cathedral church and a symbol of Erfurt, is located there. Together with Severikirche it forms an amazing architectural complex. There are lots of interesting facts about every historical building in the city. Martin Luther has lived at Augustinerkloster monastery early in the 16th century after he had completed course at one of …
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Among the attractions of the city we should definitely mention a museum with an oak tree growing in his heart. In order to inspect the exhibition you will need to walk on the spiral staircase that is built around the tree. The steps of the Cathedral Mountain are often used as a stage, and the city itself is an amazing backdrop for performances. The Bridge of Shopkeepers is also unique and famous for its …
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Germany - moving around the country
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The next, but not less important airports, are Dresden Cloche and Franz Josef Strauss in Munich. Huge liners of the world's most famous air companies land here. According to statistics, these two airports enjoy great success among tourists. Here, a constant flow of travelers is recorded both in the ski season and in the warm months. Budget tourists, as a rule, fly to Frankfurt-Hahn. It is situated in the west of Frankfurt, so it has a convenient traffic junction. The next major airport is Stuttgart, which is located in the city of the same name. Fans of beer festivals, as a rule, come to this air harbor and then go for solemn events.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Germany
One of the most important public holidays in Germany is the Day of German Unity associated with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the unification of the country. It is widely celebrated on October 3. Official celebrations are held every year in different cities. In the capital, at the Brandenburg Gate, tents and stages are set up. Folk festivities in Germany are a way to relax; they make locals feel proud for their country and its history. During such holidays, Germans do not stint on emotions and really have fun. Christmas in Germany is another wonderful holiday, a time of miracles and magic. The houses are decorated four weeks before the holiday. The less time remains before it, the more lights and candles fill windows, storefronts, and streets. Throughout the country, the famous Christmas markets open, where you can buy souvenirs, decorations for the Christmas tree, gifts, and Christmas cookies. The most important fair is held in Nuremberg.
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