The German city of Augsburg is known to be located in the south central region of the country. This city is situated almost 50 miles to the northwest of Munich. This city is also the capital other than being the largest in the region of Swabia in Bavaria. This capital city is known to be located at the convergence point of rivers of Wertach and Lech. The city of Augsburg is known to be a part of the Metropolitan Area of larger Munich and has a population of about 6 million. The city was one of the cities in Germany which accepted the Renaissance style and the buildings made by Elias Holl still tend to surroundings of this city and a trip to Augsburg is sure to attract your attention towards these masterpieces of architecture.
Augsburg is reputed of being the oldest city of Germany and was founded by the 2 step sons of Augustus and was known as Augusta Vindelicorum back then. Fugger and Welser made Augsburg the financial center of Europe and thus it flourished as one among the largest cities in Europe.The year 1514 saw the construction of Fuggerei, which is known to be first housing estate in the world that’s built for the pool. This city is known to house both the Protestant and Catholic Churches at the same time.
Augsburg is known to have been a leading center of emerging technologies and is also known to represent a lively cultural platform with festivals like Mozart festivals down to jazz and cabaret. The various tourist destinations in Augsburg are The Goldene Saal or Golden Hall, Ring of Mercy on the Dom St. Maria, The Town Hall and Fuggerei. While being on a trip to Augsburg you will get to see Bishop’s Residence, Swabia, Dorint Hotel Tower, and Der Goldene Saal. To know more about the art works and architecture visit Augsburg Cathedral or Dom. Don’t miss out on Collection of Municipal Art to know more about the paintings and collections of art works. Frugger house is known to be one of the important historic sites in Augsburg. Fruggerei is known to comprise of Town walls, fortifications, gates and the Manor house.
Maximillian Museum offers information about the ethnic and folk culture of the city. Few of the other tourist destinations in Augsburg are State Gallery, Open Air Stage at the Red Gate, Roman Museum, St Anne’s Church, and Zoo and Botanic Garden, St. Maurice’s. While on your trip to Augsburg you can stay in the various luxury hotels. Few of the best hotels in Augsburg are City Hotel Ost am Koi, Dorint Hotel An der Kongresshalle Augsburg, Hotel Prinz Leopold etc.
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