Regensburg - one of the oldest of the most picturesque cities in Germany, is located at the confluence of the Danube and Regena. The history of Regensburg goes far into the centuries and originates in the Ancient Roman Empire. During the following centuries the city was the residence of the Bavarian dukes. Currently, Regensburg is the capital of the Upper Palatinate and the seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Church.
Annually, the city is visited by more than 2 million tourists wishing to see the sights of Regensburg. And there are many of them here! The old part of the city is fully included in the number of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Tourists planning to visit Germany will be interested to know what to see in Regensburg.
A stone bridge
With the construction of the Stone Bridge of Regensburg, a legend is associated, stating that the building was the result of a transaction of an architect and a trait. Angered by a violation of the conditions, the inhabitant of hell wanted to destroy the bridge, but he was so soundly built that he stood the pressure and only strongly bent. And in fact, the Stone Bridge is a technical structure that is significantly different in complex constructions and quite uncharacteristic for its time.
Cathedral
The pride of Regensburg is St. Peter's Cathedral. The architectural structure is built in the Gothic style and was built for almost six centuries. The interior decoration of the Cathedral includes ancient frescoes and colorful stained-glass windows dating back to the 14th century. Many Christian relics are in his treasury, including a bronze cross decorated with crystal (XII century), a gold cross with precious stones (XIII century). One of the main treasures of the cathedral are the relics of St. John Chrysostom (his right hand). The Cathedral of St. Peter is crowned with a bell tower with eight bells. At the cathedral, the famous Regensburger Domspatzen choir is organized around the world.
The Hall of Fame Valhalla
At the entrance to Regensburg right on the banks of the Danube is a beautiful neoclassical building - the Hall of Fame Walhalla, reminiscent of the ancient Greek temple. In the Scandinavian mythology, Valhalla is the place that warriors fell into after the heroic death in the battles. The Hall of Fame is almost 50 meters long, and the height is 15.5 meters. As in the construction of the Parthenon, which is the prototype of the building, white marble was used. The decoration of the facade are 16 figures-symbols of the restoration of the Fatherland. Figures located on the rear facade, depict the victory of the Germans over the Romans. The Hall of Fame includes 193 memorable signs (sculptures, memorial plaques) of famous people.
Old Town Hall
The basis of the Old Town Hall is an aristocratic castle, erected in Regensburg in the 13th century. In general, the Town Hall is a complex of buildings. Earlier, there was a "return room" in which criminals were subjected to severe torture. Currently, this museum houses a torture museum.
On the narrow streets of Regensburg are many shops selling souvenirs, handicrafts and local delicacies. Every tourist who has got to Regensburg, considers it his duty to visit the famous Bavarian "Historishe Wurstkuche", where they serve delicious Bavarian sausages with sour cabbage and excellent Bavarian beer. And other restaurants, beer cities are famous throughout the world for their cuisine. Regensburg is also famous for its excellent coffee houses, offering visitors a fragrant freshly brewed coffee and delicate strudels.
The charm of Regensburg will not leave indifferent any person, its architectural monuments, a measured lifestyle will give you a sense of harmony. It is enough just to issue a passport and a visa to Germany .