Articles of category "Essen"

Ranked the second largest city in the Ruhr area and the eighth largest city in Germany, Essen is situated on the Ruhr River, and has population 585,000 as of 2006. Regardless of its size, the city is less prominent than other German cities of comparable sizes, yet has still something to offer to its visitors in terms of history and culture. Essen is also known as one of the greenest cities in the nation, due to numerous green areas in the lake region and the park making Essen travel a real treat.

Founded in the ninth century as a monastery, Essen has managed to become the largest and most important city in Germany's Ruhr Region. During the industrial revolution, it was the most significant mining town in Europe, due to the coal and steel production. However, the city doesn't suffer from the post-industrial decline, and is seen today as a culturally diverse and attractive city, home to many attractions and landmarks making for exquisite Essen holidays.