Frankfurt am Main greets guests with one of the largest railway stations in all of Germany. Applicable to this city, we can say that there is much of the category "best" … The largest city in the state of Hesse, the most developed financial center, where the largest in the country Frankfurt Stock Exchange is located, the determinant of the general German stock index. Finally, it is a beautiful German city with a long history and cultural traditions. And walks around Frankfurt am Main only confirm this.
Where the Franks crossed the river
The city owes such a long name to Charlemagne, who lived in the 8th century. It was he, as the legend tells, who escaped from enemies here, having crossed the Mine. Hence the name, literally indicating the place where the Franks managed to cross the river. And the same name as a tribute to the river. However, its length too.
Fachwerk style
Tourists, getting on the streets of the city, first of all pay attention to the architecture of the old buildings of the city center. The main architectural landmark of the city is the houses on the Roman Square, or Römer-Platz. They were bought back in the 16th century by the city government from the owners of local flophouses for the then fabulous sum of 800 guilders. Constructed from then cheap, but solid wood, these buildings still stand today, and have retained the elements inherent in the "half-timbered" style.
The simplicity of the frame, beams and rough posts, decorated with rosettes with the symbol of the Sun and ornamental arcs, are all elements of the old architectural style. These and similar buildings today cost fabulous money and are an example of old German architecture. And of course, curious tourists come here in droves. However, in the city, leading its history since 794, there is a lot to see.
A burgher's joy and a tourist's dream
The culinary preferences of the Germans are well known; in the menu of any restaurant or cafe you will find traditional dishes: Frankfurt sausage with potatoes; pork chops and sauerkraut; buns with betmanchen marzipans; puff crone cake with nuts and fruits.
The cuisine will not be truly Frankfurt without the addition of the famous green sauce and handmade cheese. Look like that's it. But no. Apple cider is another gastronomic attraction that grateful tourists give excellent reviews of. If you see a sign on the streets, and next to it is a metal figure of an apple, you should know that they sell a fragrant light German cider, an excellent local wine.
The city of financiers and bankers, Frankfurt am Main is waiting for connoisseurs of solid German cuisine, connoisseurs of local history and lovers of attractions. A lot of great impressions and photos will be left to you from visiting this place!
