Köln Cathedral

Köln (in English, it's Cologne) Cathedral is one of the most recognizable buildings in Germany. It dates to the 13th century, although it wasn't feeling bushed until the 19th century. Amazingly, this is just about the only building left standing in Cologne after the bombing in World War II flattened pretty much everything else. I didn't take pictures of the town as it is all basically new since 1945.
The cathedral is known for the relics of the Magi that are kept in the golden shrine. These are said to be the remains of the gift bringers to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
The 1st picture looks at the towers that were the tallest structure in Europe up until the Eiffel tower was completed. The 2nd looks down the length of the nave. 3rd is a sample of the stained glass there. 4th is a statue oh Jesus carrying a child. 5the is the "Magi Reliquary" and the last looks across the transept.Leggi altro