Germany is internationally famous for its old towns with ancient traditions. Mainz, the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate, is one of these cities. Rhineland-Palatinate is a Federal Land near Frankfurt-am-Main. Mainz is the eternal city of universities, broadcasters, bishops, and grandiose cathedrals. It is well developed as an industrial center as well. In Mainz were printed first books that had appeared in Europe; this city is the origin of the famous German carnival, which traditionally starts on Shrovetide.
Discovering the architecture of Mainz from bird's eye view! Mainz Cathedral, Staatstheater Mainz, Holzturm, Mainz Hauptbahnhof, Theodor Heuss Bridge, Mainzer Rathaus, all those monuments are defining the image of Mainz … Open
The German city Mainz is a great place for a family holiday. There are a lot of interesting activities for each family member-entertainment centres, museums, attractions, and parks. There is … Open
At the intersection of two historic streets is the Holzturm Tower, which is a very unusual and notable historical site. This medieval tower, which is considered a true example of the Gothic style, was built in the early 15th century. It used to be part of the Mainz defense system, and later it was used as a prison. Today, interesting excursions are conducted in the tower during which it is possible to find out information about its most famous prisoners.
The main gastronomy specialities of Mainz are considered to be cheese and different seasoned snacks made from cheese. Cheese experts should try a special sort of cheese named Handkäse and … Open
The Roman-Germanic Museum located in Mainz is known only to tourist units, but at the same time stores a very interesting and valuable collection of archaeological exhibits. The founder of the museum is Ludwig Lindenschmit - a well-known researcher of ancient history who began to form a collection of finds and artifacts in the middle of the 19th century. Now the museum stores many unique archaeological finds, including the most mysterious finds of modern researchers. Under the guidance of the museum staff, new archaeological research is regularly conducted, so its collection is constantly being replenished. This museum is visited not only by curious tourists, but also by professional archaeologists from all over the world.