Travel to Cologne

With a history that stretches ever since the Roman Empire, Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany and also one of the most cosmopolitan.

For 2,000 years, Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium, as the town was named by the Romans, managed to pass the wars and floods and to develop, now being the fourth largest city in Germany in terms of population and one of the country's economic poles.

According to statistics, Cologne Cathedral is Germany's number one tourist attraction, with over six million visitors annually. The Gothic designated UNESCO cultural heritage, the Cathedral is an important pilgrimage site in Europe. In addition, there are over 40 museums in Cologne. Cologne obtained, only from tourism, revenues worth €5.4 billion annually, most visitors coming from the United States and Britain. When it comes to the tourism taxes, they also look good, given that taxes in this industry generate €120 million for the local authorities.

It can be said that this city is a true cultural mosaic, given that people from over 181 countries were 'acclimatised' here. Moreover, the city is the largest universitary city in Germany, currently receiving 70,000 students each year. The gay community is very well represented here, Cologne being considered one of the most tolerant cities in Europe. Sort of San Francisco's old continent.

Attractions:

St. Peter's Dome, The Romano-Germanic Museum, Ludwig Museum, The pedestrian zone Hohe Strasse, the Old City Hall, Glockengasse 4711, Chocolate Museum, a cruise on the Rhine