Modern Cologne is a town where you will surely find something interesting to see. During 2,000 years since its foundation, the ancient town saw many wars, however, Cologne always managed to cope with difficulties, which is proved by the appearance of the city today. Travelers will hear the echo of historical events while walking through the green city.

Among other attractions of this wonderful and hospitable city, the Cologne Cathedral is something special. Firstly, this is the largest Gothic cathedral in Germany, construction of which lasted for almost 650 years. Secondly, the Cologne Cathedral is the greatest treasury of Europe, which is even richer and greater than the treasury of Vatican. Moreover, this is here where the golden Ark of the Three Holy Kings is stored.

Astounding in its scope, greatly admired by tourists - this is the Cologne carnival. The Carnival begins a week before Lent. By this time, nearly one million visitors come to the town: during three days people dress up in animal skins, choose “the Prince of the Carnival”. Before the closing of the carnival another charismatic figure is chosen: “the Pope of Fools”. So if you intend to become a member of this grand show, do not forget to purchase airline tickets beforehand and book a room in the hotel.

Exhibition centers and art galleries in Cologne are countless. According to the most conservative estimate, only private art galleries account to more than 120, which gives Cologne the second place in the world.

Cologne is the town where many things belong to “the most of the most” category. The busiest railway bridge, where trains go every 2 minutes. The most ancient and still popular perfume named “4711”, created in 1792 and still produced today, according to the colorful ads that meet all tourists at the railway station. The largest German Center for Television and Radio is also located in Cologne. In addition, Cologne is replete with various museums and exhibitions. The most famous are the Chocolate Museum, the Sports Museum, the Museum of Beer, terrarium and an excellent conservatory of exotic plants.

The town with a rich history will surely surprise those tourists who decided to go in the search of adventure to “metropolis on the Rhine”. Only here you will see with your own eyes how the biggest pile of stones has turned into a beautiful town. Going to Germany, remember the ancient truth: “Without visiting Cologne you have not seen Germany”.