Cologne Private Walking Tour

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Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany, founded by the Romans in AD 50 when it was called “Colonia Claudia Ara Aggrippinensium”. Rome's imperial governor lived here and the city was quickly considered one of the empire's most important trade and manufacturing centers north of the Alps. Thereafter it was occupied by the Franks and was made an archbishopric (the office of an archbishop) by Charlemagne. It survived World War II and it is today considered a major cultural centre with museums ranking among the best in the world. You will learn about: - The history of one of the oldest cities in Germany - How the cities survived the Second World War - The landmark of Cologne, it's UNESCO listed Cathedral - The many famous breweries from the city - Germany's oldest city hall - The Jewish Quarter and its Archeological zone - The church of Great Saint-Martin and it's an interesting history You will see: - The Cologne Cathedral (outside view) - The Peters Brauhaus and some of its famous beers - The Alter Markt - The City Hall - The Archeological zone of the Jewish Quarter - The Romanesque Catholic church of Great Saint Martin