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Kaiserslautern is a picturesque city and is located in the
midst of the "Natural Preserve Palantine Forest"
which provide ample scope for leisure and sports. There are
many unique excursion destinations, museums, and old taverns
and a vibrant cultural scene.
Kaiserslautern is a city of contradictions. As a city of
the 21st centurey it has remained remarkably true to its roots.
Kaiserslautern provides visitors with a bewildering array
of possibilities. The lush greenery surrounding the city is
just perfect for leisurely walks as well as for adventure
sports.
The Spinnräd is a historical hostelry and is renowned
for its "Zum Spinnrädl", a kind of
spinning wheel which was built way back in 1740. It also happens
to be the last remaining half-timbered building of Kaiserslautern.
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The Imperial Palace which is located adjacent to the majestic
City Hall used to serve as the Imperial Palace in the days
of yore. The rich historical background of The Imperial Palace
can be seen from the display boards. Construction of this
magnifecent palace began in 1152 during the era of Frederick
I.
While visiting the Imperial Palace don't miss out on the impressive
sandstone edifice of the new Palatinate Theatre which is located
very close to the palace and flanked by two colorful masks
in Carrara marble. Also worth visiting is St. Martin's Square
which is the gateway to the old city.
The Fruchthalle hall showcases the rare works of August von
Voit and is built in Renaissance style and is similar to the
Palazzo Medici in Florence In the days of yore it used to
serve as a market hall.
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The Theodor Zink Museum located on the other end of the Steinstraße
is conspicuous with its lively bars and bistros. The museum
has a fine collection of folklore and civic history.
The Collegiate Church is replete with history and even if
you aren't a history buff you can still make out that the
Church is a very special place. The Collegiate Church is regarded
as the most impressive gothic church in the whole of southwest
Germany.
There is the Japanese Garden at Kaiserslautern and anyone
who is interested to discover the tranquility of a Japanese
garden should make it a point to vist this beautiful garden
located right in the heart of the city. The garden is a harmonious
blend of artificial and the natural elements. |
There is also the Casimir Castle which belongs to the renaissance
era. The castle was built by the Palatine count Johann Casomir
and was razed to the ground several times but never really
disappeared.
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