Articles of category "Kassel"

Nestled along the Fulda River in northern Hesse in Germany, Kassel is the administrative seat of the Kassel Regierungsbezirk and the district of the same name. The name of the city is derived from the Castellum Cattorum, a castle of the German tribe Chatti, who has lived in this area since Roman times. As of 2005, 194,500 inhabitants live within Kassel's 106.7 square kilometers area. With its rich history sightseeing in Kassel is a special treat.

The regional capital of North Hesse, Kassel is one of German cities with a population of over 200,000. Mentioned first in 900 AD, it has been since then a provincial capital for realms of North Hesse. The influence of the Hugenots can still be perceived in the city center, where many streets bear their names. The city is also home to the Grimm Brothers, whose takes are used today by Disney. All of this and more makes Kassel travel a fascinating adventure.