The beautiful city of Frankfurt is often referred to as the gateway of Europe with an abundance of cultural diversity, historic buildings, modern architecture, great shopping avenues and the friendliness of the local people. Frankfurt remains aloof from other popular destinations of Germany by offering unhindered and non congested sightseeing opportunities despite being a unique and colorful place to visit. Here are six good value reasons to visit Frankfurt this summer.
1. Sachsenhausen Cider Taverns
The famous Apfelwein or Apple cider Taverns, spread all ovet the city is known for, is a must visit on any visitor’s itinerary. This refreshing alcoholic drink, popular since 250 years, is especially made here with a lot of care and enthusiasm and is found in most of the old and quaint bars of Sachsenhausen district. It is also offered on some of the tram rides (Ebbelwei Express) in the city by purchasing a special tourist ticket.
2. Romerberg
This is the “Roman Mountain”, as often called, situated in the historic heart of the city, adjacent to the Town Hall which has survived everything since year 1405. The surrounding shops and cafes all give an insight on the lovely German culture and traditions reminiscent of centuries ago.
3. Museum of Natural History
This museum in Senckenberg, is the largest of its kind in the whole of Germany, complete with thousands of exhibits ranging from Egyptian mummies to rare fossils, offering an educational experience for young and old alike. The dinosaur collection here is reputed to be the largest in Europe.
4. Palmengarten botanical gardens
This horticultural marvel transports you to all parts of the world with its amazing collection of plants from the African savannahs to the Brazilian rainforests and ultimately ending with the best of Europe's floral gardens.
5. Senckenberg
The birthplace of the most famous poet of Germany, Johann Goethe, is as important to Frankfurt as William Shakespeare’s home in Stratford, England. This half timbered home located in Innenstadt district is a beautiful four story structure where the young poet spent his childhood.
6. Frankenstein Castle
The birthplace of an eccentric inventor and a possible monster by the same name, Frankenstein's Castle, though now in ruins, still remains a top draw for visitors coming to this area. The two towers, chapel and a functional restaurant is all that remains today,but the fact is that the rumours of the place being used for gruesome experiments, using stolen body parts from the graveyard, has captured the imagination of many. The place comes alive, once a year in October, on Halloween night when it is said that the mythical ‘Frankenstein’ makes it's popular appearance.
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