Articles of category "Cologne"

The largest city in the Rhineland, Cologne is regarded as the cultural center of Germany, rich in antiquity and artworks. Heavily damaged during World War II, many buildings of the city were reconstructed, bringing to light a period of Cologne history that has been a mystery for many centuries. Today Cologne is a thriving city attracting millions of enthusiastic travelers from all parts of the world. Flights to Cologne can be found through a number of different travel dealers.

Located 117 miles northwest of Frankfurt, 25 miles south of Dusseldorf and 17 miles north of Bonn, Cologne is the biggest city in the Rhineland, rich in arts and antiquity. During the early Christian era the city is believed to have been powerful and important, as well as during the Middle Ages and Roman times. Devastated during the World War II, reconstruction has brought to light a period in the city's history which had been a mystery for many centuries. Cologne travel offers up visions of Medieval days combined with modern delights.