Description of the attraction
The most famous Market Square in Germany, where the Christmas market is held, was built on the site of the Jewish ghetto in 1349, the year 600 Jews were burned to death on St. Nicholas. The decoration of the square can be considered a very unusual church of the Virgin Mary (Frauenkirche).
The Gothic Church of the Virgin Mary was built in the middle of the 14th century by order of Emperor Charles IV. An amazing clock was installed on its pediment in 1509, which is still in use today. Every day at noon, a procession of figurines of the townspeople-electors "leaves" from the clock, who take the oath of allegiance to their emperor. The interior of the church is decorated with a Gothic altar dating from 1445.
At the edge of the Market Square stands a column of a beautiful fountain, similar to the spire of a Gothic church. It was supposed to be put on one of the churches, but the city had no money and was put on a fountain-well. The gold-plated fountain is decorated with 40 figures standing one above the other on four levels. The reason for this fountain's popularity is the ring set in a beautiful lattice. Until now, they cannot understand how this was done. According to legend, one young man, who was an apprentice with a locksmith and wanted to marry the daughter of his master, inserted this ring in one night, which made an indelible impression on his beloved and her father. Since then, city residents and tourists have touched this ring and made wishes.
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Ludmila 2012-21-11
There are 2 rings on the fence of the fountain: the second, black, iron, is located directly on the opposite side. It is much more difficult to find it, it seems to be hiding in a fence. The residents of Nuremberg say that it is this which is the most important thing and, if you twist it, then the desire will definitely come true. My wish is fulfilled
Show all text There are 2 rings on the fence of the fountain: the second, black, iron, is located directly on the opposite side. It is much more difficult to find it, it seems to be hiding in a fence. The residents of Nuremberg say that it is this that is the most important thing and, if you twist it, then the desire will definitely come true. My wish came true.
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